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Rehnquist's Dissent: Congress, Not Court, Shapes Tax Policy

4/19/2025

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William Rehnquist's powerful dissent in the Bob Jones case underscores a critical point: it's Congress, not the Court, that should shape tax policy. The Supreme Court's decision to revoke Bob Jones University's tax-exempt status for its discriminatory practices raises alarms for conservatives, warning against the dangers of granting excessive administrative power over public policy.

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William Rehnquist's powerful dissent in the Bob Jones case underscores a critical point: it's Congress, not the Court, that should shape tax policy. The Supreme Court's decision to revoke Bob Jones University's tax-exempt status for its discriminatory practices raises alarms for conservatives, warning against the dangers of granting excessive administrative power over public policy.