While dozens of journalists are inside the courtroom at the Supreme Court, not one laptop or cellphone is.
Unlike campaign events – which I usually cover – inside the Supreme Court, no electronics are allowed. Just pen and paper.
Even the smallest sounds can be heard, like someone jingling keys — or papers shuffling, as I discovered, as my case preview pamphlet slid to the floor.
An area for the press exists to the left of the bench, and good views are not guaranteed. Rows F and G are partially obstructed by large marble columns draped in red curtains with gold trim. The spaces between the columns are open, and
