supreme court
The highest court has the highest stakes. Analysis of Supreme Court justices and their always-controversial rulings.
How to Overcome The Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Roe v. Wade
Lawrence O'Donnell pointed this out on his MSNBC show a little past 10pm Eastern time last night: The Supreme Court is what it is today because two Presidents who did not win the popular vote -- George W. Bush and Trump -- got to appoint Supreme Court justices.
By Paul Levinson4 years ago in The Swamp
In a Supreme Court case, 65 million women's abortion rights could be revoked.
If the United States Supreme Court overturns the landmark case that established the right to seek abortion nearly half a century ago, more than 65 million American women would lose immediate access to the procedure in their home states.
By xasanka xmadhuranga4 years ago in The Swamp
RBG: 365 Ruthless Days Later
On the afternoon of September 18 2020, it seemed the world stopped spinning. A collective sob rang out from women, queers, and people fighting for social justice across the country. A retch from our chests mirroring the similar collective purge that happened on November 8th, 2016 when the election results were read.
By Kymi Parker4 years ago in The Swamp
Free Speech In America
Introduction The first Amendment of the United States Constitution asserts that we have civil liberties which includes free speech and free press. Free speech is defined not only as the spoken word, but also includes books, articles, plays, films, expressive conduct, and the court says there is an implied freedom of association and privacy of our political association/s. There are five types of speech that have been specifically banned by the Supreme Court; obscenity, libel/defamation, advocacy of imminent illegal action, fighting words, and fraud/misrepresentation. When examining the City of Rushmore ordinance regarding free speech and the charges being brought upon Mr. Kandinsky and Mr. Magritte, it is important to use the balancing approach in which the Supreme Court must compare the right of the government to protect and govern us, and consider the importance of the individual rights and liberties of the citizens. By examining each case and realizing which standard of review is appropriate, the Court can determine who has the greater burden of persuasion and consider that their ‘weight on the balance’ must be more substantial to justify ruling in their favor. . The Court has heard thousands of cases over the course of history and recently given higher priority to the rights of individual citizens, especially when it comes to free speech.
By Fearless Warrior5 years ago in The Swamp
Confused by Election Lawsuits
There is a patchwork of stories regarding the various election lawsuits in the six swing states cited with irregularities in the 2020 Presidential election. While it is enough to make anyone's head spin, the various legal actions can be broken down by state. Several lawsuits related to the 2020 elections were filed in several if not all the swing states in question. Here is a list of those filed in multiple states.
By Melody Dareing5 years ago in The Swamp
Confirmed: Amy Coney Barrett
Washington, DC: Monday, with a clearly partisan vote 52-48, saw the bitterly divided United States Senate confirm Amy Coney Barrett to fill the Supreme Court vacancy left by the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Ginsburg, who died on Friday, 18 September 2020, was seen by many Americans as a liberal icon.
By Shain Thomas5 years ago in The Swamp
Revisiting Commerce Clause Towards Hobby Living
In American Jurisprudence, there has always been a tug-of-war between Federal powers and State powers. Sometimes, in the only way for the law to properly address trends in society, the court has been willing to move away from the literal interpretation of the Constitution. Conservatives believe these trends away from literal interpretation are temporary, while liberals believe they promote "a more perfect union'; the ongoing American experiment as a unique multicultural society.
By Samir M Goradia5 years ago in The Swamp
SCOTUS Decisions Are Only the Beginning
I couldn't sleep last night. I was thinking about the Supreme Court. I know, I know. Why was I thinking about the Supreme Court? Politics much? Lol. I wish I didn't ruminate so much about politics. But as someone who has and continues to be disrespected by nearly 40% of the population, I can't help but consider how that minority is actively now using the system to deny me my humanity. using state legislatures, POTUS and the US Congress and now the federal judiciary.
By Sway Jones5 years ago in The Swamp
The Death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
When the news broke on September 18th 2020 that Ruth Ginsburg had died, I got physically ill and sobbed. It was like losing my grandmother all over again. Honestly, I'm still not over it. I never met her but wish I had gotten the chance to.
By Jenna Lynn5 years ago in The Swamp
SUPREME COURT TO HEAR FANNIE MAE/ FREDDIE MAC COLLINS CASE
In a big win for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac preferred shareholders, the Supreme Court has decided it will hear the Collins case. It’s widely expected that the court will rule the net worth sweep illegal, which would mean preferred shareholders would finally receive the big payday they believe they are due.
By Jacob Wolinsky6 years ago in The Swamp
