doctrine
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Yes, promissory estoppel is a legal doctrine in some states.
From MarketWatch
Judicial estoppel, the doctrine preventing parties from abandoning positions they successfully argued before, may offer importers some protection.
It’s a near-replica of a work shown at the Pompidou with the same solemn title, created to recognize those “physically maimed or mentally harmed” by doctrine and intolerance.
From Los Angeles Times
The judge notes that Mr. Hegseth relies on “the well-established doctrine” that members of the military enjoy less rigorous First Amendment protection given the need for military order and disciple.
As a China-focused reporter for the Journal since 2014, he has written widely on subjects spanning elite politics, Communist Party doctrine, human and labor rights, as well as defense and diplomatic affairs.
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