Is the Weakest Branch Becoming the Most Dangerous? - The US Supreme Court's Power and Legitimacy
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the evolving role and perception of the US Supreme Court in this thought-provoking panel discussion from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into the historical context of the judiciary as the "weakest branch" and examine how recent developments have led to calls for restructuring the Court. Analyze the implications of the Court's power over American lives, the impact of partisan perceptions on its legitimacy, and the potential consequences of undermining its authority. Join legal experts Jeffrey Rosen, Neal Katyal, Melissa Murray, and Sherif Girgis as they debate these critical issues and their significance for the future of the American judicial system.
Syllabus
Is the Weakest Branch Becoming the Most Dangerous?
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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