Pillow supported compromise, opposing delegates who favored nullification and secession. These resolutions are considered the foundational documents of the theories of nullification and interposition. In recent rulings, the courts have continued to prohibit informing juries about jury nullification. The early history of juries supports the recognition of the "de facto" power of nullification. This is commonly referred to as "jury nullification of law" or simply jury nullification. The Supreme Court has not recently confronted the issue of jury nullification. There is no such thing as valid jury nullification. The episode dealt with circumstantial evidence and jury nullification. These instructions are criticized by advocates of jury nullification. Calhoun's "Exposition and Protest" started a national debate on the doctrine of nullification. The verdict has been treated as an instance of jury nullification. Jury nullification is the source of much debate. The concept of jury nullification may apply here. In an instance of jury nullification, Magog is acquitted for his act. This series of events is considered a significant milestone in the history of jury nullification.