Madiba K. Dennie

Pamela Karlan, co-director of Stanford’s Supreme Court Litigation Clinic and a seasoned advocate, joins the discussion alongside Madiba K. Dennie, author of The Originalism Trap. They explore the remarkable influence of Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar in the Supreme Court, her adept handling of complex cases like the Idaho healthcare law, and the dialogue surrounding originalism's rigid frameworks. The conversation also delves into the need for reforms in the Supreme Court to foster equity and representation, highlighting how grassroots movements can shape constitutional rights.

Attorney and author Madiba K. Dennie discusses how extremists have distorted the Constitution. She advocates for a more equitable and multiracial democracy, challenges originalism, and emphasizes citizen involvement in shaping constitutional interpretation.