The Megyn Kelly Show Alan Dershowitz on SCOTUS, Epstein, and OJ | Ep. 10
Oct 14, 2020
Alan Dershowitz, a renowned American lawyer and Harvard professor, joins to discuss pivotal topics like the contentious confirmation hearings of Amy Coney Barrett and their implications for the Supreme Court. He shares insights on the ethical dilemmas lawyers face while defending high-profile clients such as O.J. Simpson and Jeffrey Epstein. The episode also tackles the chilling effects of cancel culture on free speech in academia and critiques partisan politics in judicial nominations. Plus, Dershowitz reveals intriguing details surrounding Epstein's controversial death.
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Megyn Kelly's early Dershowitz admiration
- Megyn Kelly was starstruck by Alan Dershowitz during law school because of his involvement in high-profile cases.
- The O.J. Simpson trial, concurrent with her studies, further fueled her admiration for law.
Senators' Ineptitude
- Senators at Amy Coney Barrett's hearing lack cross-examination skills and don't serve public interest.
- The public deserves to know Barrett's views, given her potential 40-year tenure.
Roe v. Wade's Future
- Dershowitz believes Roe v. Wade wouldn't be decided the same way today, with even Roberts potentially voting against it.
- He predicts Barrett won't overturn Roe outright, but will limit its application.
