Justice Kennedy Defends International Outlook
Pamela A. MacLean reports in the National Law Journal:
In a reference to global poverty and failed states, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy said July 31, “The rule of law today is in mortal danger.” . . .
Kennedy touched on how international law has influenced him, a subject that has subjected him to criticism in Congress and among conservative commentators . . .
Kennedy referred to the capital punishment ruling that brought him the most criticism over international law.