The Supreme's Hit

How the Justices Ruled on the Health Care Law - Graphic - NYTimes.com

I have rarely been as surprised as I was that Justice Roberts provided the deciding vote but in reading his decision it is apparent that he relied on existing precedent in reaching his conclusion.  Those in dissent seem to have disregarded precedent which is their right.  What I would really like to know is what in the world is up with Justice Kennedy.  He was a reliable moderate voter, usually in cahoots with Justice O'Connor before she retired.  Now here he is associating with the likes of the court's right wing.