State Courts as Battlegrounds for Rights

The chapter explores how state courts are shaping rights on issues such as abortion, voting rights, and the environment, in the absence of federal protections. It delves into the proactive stance of some states in enshrining modern concerns in their constitutions, leading to legal battles reshaping policies. The discussion also touches on the politicization of state judiciary systems and the potential role of state courts as a counterweight to US Supreme Court decisions not aligning with popular sentiment.