Take One Daf Yomi Bava Batra 36 - The Great Dissenters
Jul 31, 2024
Dissent takes center stage as the discussion opens with the Talmud's principle of valuing minority opinions. Landmark Supreme Court dissents are explored, including Justice McLean's stance in the Dred Scott case and Justice Harlan's battle for equality in Plessy v. Ferguson. The podcast also delves into the complexities of censorship through the lens of First Amendment rights, highlighted by a famous case involving George Carlin's controversial skit. Each topic reinforces the vital role of speaking one's mind in the pursuit of justice.
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