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Why the Supreme Court Sucks (w/ the 5-4 podcast)

Know Your Enemy

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The Rise of Right-Wing Legal Thought

This chapter explores the development of conservative legal ideology, focusing on the Federalist Society's influence on shaping the conservative majority on the Supreme Court. It discusses the impact of key conservative figures like Alito, Kavanaugh, Gorsuch, and Thomas who are closely associated with the organization, emphasizing the importance of ideological commitment. The chapter also highlights the evolution of Supreme Court confirmation hearings and the shift towards nominees avoiding direct answers on controversial issues.

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