Overview
Explore the pivotal cases and potential impacts of the Supreme Court's current term in this 53-minute panel discussion featuring leading legal experts. Delve into landmark cases involving partisan gerrymandering, the census, abortion, voting rights, and free speech. Examine Chief Justice John Roberts' role as the new swing vote and Justice Brett Kavanaugh's first full year on the court. Analyze the justices' views on crucial issues, including the future of Roe v. Wade and their approach to confronting President Trump. Gain insights into the administrative agencies, constitutional vision, and the potential for a "Redemption court." Consider the concerns of Liberal justices and discuss possible actions to address these issues. Conclude with an examination of Chief Justice Roberts' statements and their implications for the future of American jurisprudence.
Syllabus
Intro
Census
partisan gerrymandering
standards
gerrymandering case
compare and contrast
Redemption court
Administrative agencies
Constitutional vision
Differences and similarities
What are the Liberals most afraid
What can we do
Roberts Statement
Taught by
The Aspen Institute