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Originally Posted by dc_dux
I may be wrong, but I think most SCOTUS justices donate any speaking fees to charity to avoid any perception of influence peddling, although its not required by any rules of the Court.
Scalia is the only one that I am aware of that keeps any fees he receives...he doesnt really give a shit about public perceptions.
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I can understand why some would, but I have to agree with Scalia on this one. If people want to pay you to speak, you should be able to keep the money. I don't think that Scalia would let a speaking fee influence him. Say what you will about him, but he is remarkably consistent.