Scheidler v. National Organization for Women, Inc. — Stevens, J., Dissenting

Summary

Justice Stevens dissents, arguing the Court mistakenly narrows the Hobbs Act by holding 'extortion' requires tangible property. He contends federal courts have consistently interpreted 'property' to include intangible business rights, and the majority's departure undermines settled law. Stevens adds that Congress has already adopted more specific legislation to address clinic access concerns.