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Why are dissenting opinions important?

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When it comes to judicial opinions, the reasons for the Court's decision are just as important as the decision itself. This is because the majority opinions issued by the Supreme Court establish precedents, which other courts must follow. The decision of the majority is binding on lower courts.

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