05-04-2022, 04:14 PM
(05-04-2022, 03:57 PM)Nately120 Wrote: Fair enough, but why are they appointed by presidents that we vote for? Or is this just another area where our system was never meant to be this bi-partisan and this powerful?
Who else would they be appointed by? As to the second, you're likely correct.
Quote:The last refuge of the neo con who didn't like Trump was that he was going to appoint conservative SC justices who would, supposedly, rule in a conservative manner.
My view on all this is more about how twisted and chaotic the viewpoint of the American populace is. We complain about how divided we are, and yet one thing where some 80% agree is being overturned...just seems like another wacky day in the life, I suppose.
True, but again, the popularity of something is not a consideration for the SCOTUS. I think the real villain here is a do nothing Congress who sat on their thumbs on this issue instead of doing their job and passing a federal law protecting abortion access. As several of us have pointed out, the original Roe ruling wasn't exactly based on a rock solid interpretation. Plus what SCOTUS can create out of thin air they can return to thin air.
(05-04-2022, 03:57 PM)Belsnickel Wrote: It's funny we're having this discussion. I am currently reading over someone's master's thesis on "Satisfaction With Democracy" that they sent me.
In all seriousness, our system is broken and, IMHO, it is in large part because we idolize the Constitution and refuse to update the foundations of our government. Our founders expected a new Constitution every 10-20 years. We haven't even seen an amendment in 30 (as of this coming Saturday). Our country, people, and government are trying to operate in a 21st century world with an 18th century document. It was ahead of its time then, but it is outdated now. The weaknesses have been exposed and they are being exploited by those in power to perpetuate their power for themselves.
Just out of curiosity, and this probably deserves its own thread, but in what ways is it outdated that you feel should be addressed immediately?
