Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts
The Very Worst of SCOTUS 2023
Dec 30, 2023
The podcast discusses the worst moments of the US Supreme Court in 2023, including Chief Justice John Roberts' lack of seriousness in a stalking case and Justice Samuel Alito's lack of substance in his opinions. They also criticize Roberts for disrespecting the Senate Judiciary Committee and explore the declining tradition of Congress regulating the court. Additionally, they discuss how justices are adjusting under media scrutiny and anticipation for future discussions.
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- Increased critical reporting on the Supreme Court has shed light on its partisan politics, manufactured cases, and lack of accountability.
- The skeptical press coverage has influenced some justices to be more cautious and responsive to public opinion and accountability.
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The rise of critical Supreme Court reporting
One positive development in the past year has been the emergence of critical and investigative reporting on the Supreme Court. Outlets like ProPublica and the New York Times have taken a deeper look into the court's decisions, ethics, and power. This shift in reporting has shed light on the court's partisan politics, manufactured cases, and lack of accountability. The increased scrutiny has contributed to a decline in the court's public opinion and is changing the way the court is viewed and understood.
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