The Supreme Court issued orders in election law cases before the 2014 election, applying the Purcell principle to avoid last-minute changes in election rules. This principle aims to prevent voter confusion and chaos by not altering rules close to the election. The Court should reconsider this principle, as it may not always be the best approach. Factors like the likelihood of success on the merits and relative hardship to parties should also be considered when deciding on stays or injunctions in emergency situations.