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I'm going to come right out and say it. I favor justices that represent the law and inasmuch as the only cases that belong in the Supreme Court should contain constitutional issues, then "the law" means constitutional law. (Yes Greg, I know there are exceptions such as cases of admiralty in which the Supreme Court is the court of original jurisdiction.) However, it seems that the Supreme Bunch is also supposed to represent gender/cultural/ethnic diversity. Now, I have it on good authority (Social Media) that there are 52 genders. Now multiply that by at least 5 ethnicities, and multiply that result by who knows how many cultures and we're going to need a bigger building to house the Supreme Court. Stock up on popcorn and beer. It's going to be a long show...
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Let's hope the new justice will, at the very least, be somewhat willing to be the voice of the Constitution vice a political party and know when it's time to let the reins of power go. Justice Ginsburg held on to those reins to ensure her party beliefs would be maintained.
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SFC Casey O'Mally
I don't honestly believe she was holding on to power to support her party beliefs as much as her own, which HAPPENED to align with Deomcrats. RBG jad a very strong sense of self and an even stronger sense of rightness. She was no man's (or woman's) puppet.
I do not agree with her politically or Constitutionally on the majority of issues. But I do respect her as a person, thinker, and fighter.
I do not agree with her politically or Constitutionally on the majority of issues. But I do respect her as a person, thinker, and fighter.
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POTUS is obligated to nominate. The Senate should honor the precedent they set and not move on it. If they don't, the filibuster will become a thing of the past and our nation and government will be forever changed.
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For the sake of the country they better not replace her until after the election
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Because they can wait until November 4th. The results don't have to be counted in terms of waiting. We know results will be delayed. On technical terms if trump an mitch wait until November 4th they waited until after the election. No one said until after the results just the election.
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SFC James Welch
The left only cares about its agenda, right now that’s get Trump and destroy America and all it represents!
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Race, it’s all about race? Is that all you people think about is Race?SFC Casey O'Mally
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SFC Casey O'Mally
SFC James Welch what do you mean "you people?"
No, I do not care only about race. However, certain elements in America, many of whom Trump panders to, are definitively biased and discriminatory (read: racist and/or sexist). As such, in order to further pander to these elements, I find it highly likely that President Trump will nominate a white male.
If a white male is the best candidate, then great. I could not care less. But PART of what makes a good SCOTUS candidate, in my opinion, is the willingness and ability to see a viewpoint different than the majority view. The willingness and ability to view the world through a minority lends is important when determining if a law is oppressive or discriminatory. This is only part of what SCOTUS does, but that part is important. For that reason, having individuals on the court who have this ability is important. Being a member of a minority groups certainly makes this easier, although it is not necessarily a requirement.
I do believe, however, if Preaident Trump goes 3/3 white males that it will say a VERY lot about how he views and values diversity of opinion.
No, I do not care only about race. However, certain elements in America, many of whom Trump panders to, are definitively biased and discriminatory (read: racist and/or sexist). As such, in order to further pander to these elements, I find it highly likely that President Trump will nominate a white male.
If a white male is the best candidate, then great. I could not care less. But PART of what makes a good SCOTUS candidate, in my opinion, is the willingness and ability to see a viewpoint different than the majority view. The willingness and ability to view the world through a minority lends is important when determining if a law is oppressive or discriminatory. This is only part of what SCOTUS does, but that part is important. For that reason, having individuals on the court who have this ability is important. Being a member of a minority groups certainly makes this easier, although it is not necessarily a requirement.
I do believe, however, if Preaident Trump goes 3/3 white males that it will say a VERY lot about how he views and values diversity of opinion.
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I remember Mitch McConnell telling Harry Reid that he would regret doing away with the filibuster on court appointments.
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SFC James Welch
I’ll bet they wish now they had, but hey, it was all about advantage and that gave it to Reid at the time!
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First, she is irreplaceable.
I don't agree with tha majority of her opinions, but her tenacity, perserverence, and election were truly second to none.
Second, if Mitch had a single non-hypocritical bone in his body, we would be waiting until after the election. Anyone wanna place any bets?
Third, inclusion is important. Showcasing different viewpoints is a good thing. It should not be the ONLY thing, but it should be A thing. I do not think that this is a major consideration for the current POTUS, though.
I don't agree with tha majority of her opinions, but her tenacity, perserverence, and election were truly second to none.
Second, if Mitch had a single non-hypocritical bone in his body, we would be waiting until after the election. Anyone wanna place any bets?
Third, inclusion is important. Showcasing different viewpoints is a good thing. It should not be the ONLY thing, but it should be A thing. I do not think that this is a major consideration for the current POTUS, though.
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SFC James Welch
What does the government have to do with a woman who has so little integrity that she uses Abortion to cover a lack of birth control or inconvenience. That’s why Roe V Wade should be abolished!SFC Casey O'Mally
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SFC Casey O'Mally
SFC James Welch Roe v. Wade was an argument that said on the one side that the government has a responsibility to protect the unborn and on the other side said that women have a right to privacy (in VERY SIMPLIFIED terms). The court found that yes, women DO have a right to privacy. Therefore the decisions they make with regard to medical procedures is not the government's business. The court further found that every reference and inference of the Constitution showed that Americans are "persons" only after birth. As such, the government's interest in protecting them was non-existent.
I do not like the conclusions in Roe. However, reviewing the arguments in the case, as well as the written opinions of the Justices, I cannot find fault in the logic.
The fault lies not in Roe v. Wade decision, the Justices, or even those arguing the case. America never got around to defining when "personhood" began, which paved this path.
If you want to continue debating, please come with logic, or at least facts. Not ignorant rhetoric. Otherwise, we are done here.
I do not like the conclusions in Roe. However, reviewing the arguments in the case, as well as the written opinions of the Justices, I cannot find fault in the logic.
The fault lies not in Roe v. Wade decision, the Justices, or even those arguing the case. America never got around to defining when "personhood" began, which paved this path.
If you want to continue debating, please come with logic, or at least facts. Not ignorant rhetoric. Otherwise, we are done here.
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“The American people should have a voice in the selection of their next Supreme Court Justice. Therefore, this vacancy should not be filled until we have a new president.” turtle boy FEB 2016
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