Elie Mystal, The Nation's justice correspondent, joins the pod to discuss expanding the Supreme Court, abortion laws, strategic judge appointments, and the importance of accountability in public trust. They also delve into media coverage of contentious issues like abortion rights and highlight the need for organized political action.
Media outlets must be challenged for biased coverage, discussing abortion and Supreme Court justices.
Active participation in elections can secure reproductive rights, prompting political changes.
Advocating for legislation protecting reproductive rights is crucial against regressive legal decisions.
Deep dives
Response to Terrible Media Coverage
Pushing back against the biased and flawed media coverage is crucial. While conservative outlets like Fox News may not heed complaints, mainstream media sources like CNN, The New York Times, and The Washington Post may be more receptive. Engaging in critical dialogue with reporters, voicing dissatisfaction with their takes, and withdrawing support such as subscriptions can prompt these outlets to reconsider their coverage approaches.
Organizing and Voting
Continuing to organize and participate in elections is essential. Recent trends show that advocating for reproductive rights at the polls can be successful, as conservative wins on anti-abortion issues often lead to electoral losses for Republicans. By actively engaging in voter turnout efforts and supporting progressive candidates, individuals can drive political change.
Challenging Clarence Thomas' Actions
The unethical behavior of Supreme Court justices like Clarence Thomas, such as failing to disclose gifts and trips, demands scrutiny and action. Despite the complexities of Supreme Court impeachment, advocating for investigations into Thomas' conduct and highlighting the need for accountability can pressure legal authorities to address such improprieties.
Support and Implementation of Legislation
Advocating for legislation that protects reproductive rights and challenges the undermining of such rights by federal courts is critical. Supporting bills that uphold abortion access and enacting laws that safeguard these fundamental freedoms can counteract regressive legal decisions and fortify reproductive healthcare rights.
Engaging with Media Outlets and Reporters
Engaging with media outlets and reporters, particularly on platforms like Twitter, can help hold them accountable for their coverage. Critiquing biased narratives, challenging misinformation, and demanding accurate and fair reporting can influence mainstream media to adopt more balanced and transparent approaches to discussing critical issues like reproductive rights.
Jess is out for this episode, so Boom! Lawyered welcomes back special guest and friend of the pod Elie Mystal, the Nation's justice correspondent. It's a supersized episode about expanding the Supreme Court, abortion, judges, and just about everything else about the law that you need to know—with a healthy dose of laughter.
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