Rankin v. McPherson
Supreme Court of the United States
1Opinion of the Court 1
483 U.S. 378 (1987)
RANKIN ET AL.
v.
McPHERSON
No. 85-2068.
Supreme Court of United States.
Argued March 23, 1987
Decided June 24, 1987
CERTIORARI TO THE UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE FIFTH CIRCUIT
Billy E. Lee argued the cause for petitioners. With him on the briefs was Mike Driscoll.
Glen D. Nager argued the cause pro hac vice for the United States as amicus curiae urging reversal. With him on the brief were Solicitor General Fried, Assistant Attorney General Willard, Deputy Solicitor General Lauber, and Leonard Schaitman.
Lloyd N. Cutler argued the cause for respondent. With him on the brief…
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