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And it included dicta — a nonbinding observation that can be cited as a “persuasive authority” in future litigation — that planted the seeds for preclearance’s demise.

The author acknowledges the risk of anthropomorphizing but finds the totality of evidence persuasive.

Grappling with the counterclaims would have made their assertions about the food environment more persuasive.

He partnered with attorney Judson Graves, 77, known for his persuasive court performance, to create online courses to teach lawyers how to be entertaining as well as effective.

"But if you have got persuasive arguments please present them because to date I have not heard them," he adds.