Assignment:
Explore the ideological tendencies of the majority and minority of the current U.S. Supreme Court. What is meant by "liberal" or "conservative" judges? Considering the process for selecting Supreme Court justices, is it possible for politics to not play a role in the process? Explain how these ideological/political tendencies shape U.S. Supreme Court opinions. It is recommended that your post contain approximately 400 words.
Guided Response:
The vast majority of legal scholars who review Supreme Court cases agree on the "political leanings" of varying U.S. Supreme Court eras. Explain the consensus of the current Supreme Court, and evaluate how that political leaning will shape pending U.S. Supreme Court issues.