Ryan Black, Michigan State University (IMAGE) Michigan State University Caption Supreme Court justices are less likely to side with legal briefs that use emotionally charged language, says Ryan Black, associate professor of political science at Michigan State University. Credit Michigan State University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.