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The Political Landscape of the Supreme Court
This chapter explores the historical shifts in the U.S. Supreme Court's political ideology, especially its rightward trend and the role of originalism in shaping key decisions. It examines the influence of pivotal justices and landmark rulings on civil rights, particularly concerning LGBTQ rights and the failures surrounding the 15th Amendment. The conversation underscores the importance of grassroots activism in instigating legal reforms, the necessity for term limits, and the ongoing ethical debates related to the treatment of accused individuals within the judicial system.