“The name amicus curiae is generally acknowledged as something of a misnomer, in that very few amici intend primarily to help the court.”

“No alternative answer has been suggested by Dr David Thomas, whom the Attorney General has helpfully instructed to help us as an amicus.”

“It is still too early to know who might join the proponents by filing a friend of the Court amicus brief.”

“Walter Dellinger and Paul Smith performed very well for plaintiffs' amici, as can be expected for lawyers of their caliber.”

“The name amicus curiae is generally acknowledged as something of a misnomer, in that very few amici intend primarily to help the court.”

“I wish to thank Ron Atkey and Gordon Cameron, amici curiae, who performed their roles with skill and balance.”