

Ep. 1459 - Biden’s Female SCOTUS Nominee Doesn’t Know What A Woman Is
Mar 24, 2022
Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman on the Supreme Court, discusses her controversial nomination and her refusal to define 'woman' during hearings. She addresses the cultural and legal implications of gender identity debates. The conversation delves into the scrutiny surrounding her judicial philosophy, particularly regarding critical race theory and its influence on her potential rulings. Jackson also highlights the political dynamics at play in judicial confirmations, raising questions about impartiality and media portrayals of nominees.
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Stealth Nominee Strategy
- Ketanji Brown Jackson's inability to define "woman" reflects a political strategy.
- This strategy avoids alienating the left while maintaining a façade of neutrality.
Stealth Nominees
- Supreme Court nominees often evade questions to avoid revealing their positions.
- This "stealth nominee" approach has become standard practice.
Defining "Woman"
- Senator Marsha Blackburn asked Jackson to define "woman," a key legal term.
- Jackson's refusal, claiming she's "not a biologist," sparked controversy.