

The Supreme Court’s Back. Uh Oh.
Oct 8, 2024
Mark Joseph Stern, a senior writer at Slate specializing in courts and the law, dives into the impact of the Supreme Court's new term. He discusses pivotal cases that could reshape American life, from voting rights to environmental advocacy. The conversation highlights the tension between judicial independence and media influence, explores legal battles over capital punishment, and examines the implications of bans on gender-affirming care for minors. Stern also raises alarms on how upcoming Court decisions may affect the electoral landscape and public opinion.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Judicial Independence and Media Influence
01:47 • 3min
Examining Future Supreme Court Cases and Environmental Advocacy
04:58 • 2min
Regulating Ghost Guns and Capital Punishment
07:05 • 8min
The Intersection of Capital Punishment and Gender-Affirming Care in the Supreme Court
14:51 • 4min
Legal Battles Over Transgender Care and Election Laws
18:51 • 6min
The Supreme Court's Role in Voting Rights and Upcoming Elections
24:56 • 4min