Detailed text transcripts for TV channel - MSNBC - 20110128:14:20:00
Supreme court almost mocked the case. >> they thought this was an easy question. >> unanimous. >> they risked the appellate court when they said the precedent was clear for no less than 150 years. i have to quote, i hope it's appropriate. abovethelaw.com, they call this a bench slap. >> i think of what point of senate opinion, this has been settled law since the 19th century. like thank you, mr. appellate court folks. >> illinois politics also interesting. we'll be right back, but first, today's washington speak courtesy of mitch mcconnell. >> the bill came over from the house last night and i...