As someone who values fairness and equity in the judicial system, the proposed bill to overhaul the Supreme Court by adding six justices is a concept that resonates deeply with me. The idea of expanding the court over a 12-year period, with each president having the opportunity to appoint two justices, seems like a reasonable and balanced approach. This would not only help depoliticize the court but also ensure that a broader range of perspectives are represented in the highest echelons of our legal system.
The current state of the Supreme Court, with its 6-3 conservative majority, has raised concerns about its impartiality and independence.… Continue reading
As a concerned citizen observing the recent developments surrounding the Supreme Court and the immunity ruling regarding former President Trump, I am deeply troubled by the inaction and lack of decisive leadership from the Democratic Party. The idea of expanding the Supreme Court to offset the far-right majority is not a new one, yet it seems to be gaining traction now in the wake of alarming decisions that threaten the very essence of our democracy.
The call to expand the Supreme Court to 13 justices, with one justice per federal circuit, is a bold move that could potentially restore balance to a court that has been skewed in favor of extreme, far-right ideologies.… Continue reading
As I sit back and reflect on the current state of affairs in the United States, one thing that continues to weigh heavily on my mind is the composition of the Supreme Court. The recent comments made by President Joe Biden about the potential for additional Supreme Court appointments in a second Trump term struck a chord with me. And I couldn’t agree more with the sentiment that this is indeed one of the scariest aspects to consider.
The idea of a Supreme Court packed with judges who are more concerned with pushing a political agenda rather than upholding the principles of justice and equality is deeply troubling.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker