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Supreme Court Term Left Door Open for Future Disputes

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By the close of the Supreme Court's term Thursday, the justices made landmark decisions on cases regarding gun ownership, the death penalty and the legal rights of detainees. Legal experts weigh the rulings and what they indicate about future court battles.

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Supreme Court Term Left Door Open for Future Disputes

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