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US Supreme Court: A crisis of confidence?

The Global Story

CHAPTER

Challenges to the Legitimacy of the US Supreme Court

The chapter delves into the importance of public confidence in the US Supreme Court's legitimacy and how historical events like the Bush v. Gore case and recent decisions have impacted its standing. It also discusses the lack of public awareness of the court's role, the increasing politicization of the institution, and recent controversies surrounding Justices Clarence Thomas and Sam Alito.

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