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Harlan's dissent

Harlan’s dissent argued that the state’s law or action was unconstitutional because it violated principles of individual rights or equality. He believed that the majority's decision wrongly allowed the government to infringe on personal freedoms or treat people unfairly based on their race, religion, or other characteristics. Essentially, Harlan felt that justice requires protecting individuals from unfair discrimination or government overreach, emphasizing that the law should uphold fairness and respect for individual rights. His dissent highlighted the importance of safeguarding fundamental liberties, even if it meant disagreeing with the majority opinion.