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Government and politics of the usa and comparative politics

Government and politics of the usa

How Presidents Pick Judges and Why It Matters

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How Presidents Pick Judges and Why It Matters

Felix Staines

@felixstaines_gyzh

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The Supreme Court's role in the US government system showcases intricate checks and balances in US government system, demonstrating how various branches interact and limit each other's power. The Court's effectiveness is shaped by influence of presidential nominations on Supreme Court and impact of public opinion on Supreme Court legitimacy.

Key aspects:

Presidential influence through nominations and public statements significantly affects Court dynamics
Congressional oversight through confirmations and amendments provides crucial checks
Public opinion and enforcement limitations create practical constraints on Court authority
Court decisions can be reversed over time, reflecting evolving societal values
Institutional limitations like inability to self-initiate cases affect Court's reach

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Nomination of Justices - influences the political nature of the Court - G W Bush
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Presidential and Congressional Influence on Supreme Court

The first page explores how presidential and congressional powers shape the Supreme Court's operation and effectiveness. Presidential influence manifests through nominations and public statements, while Congress exercises control through various mechanisms.

Example: George W. Bush's nomination of Samuel Alito to replace Sandra Day O'Connor shifted the Court's ideological balance toward conservatism.

Highlight: Presidential pardons serve as a significant executive power, exemplified by Ford's pardon of Nixon in 1974 and Bush's pardon of Casper Weinberger in 1992.

Definition: Congressional amendments represent a powerful check on Supreme Court decisions, allowing Congress to effectively overrule Court interpretations through constitutional changes.

Quote: "The court appears to act in the understanding that if the public were to view its decisions as lacking credibility its legitimacy could be at risk."

Vocabulary: Impeachment - A formal process where the House can bring charges against officials and the Senate conducts trials, requiring a two-thirds majority for removal.

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Limitations and Evolution of Supreme Court Power

The second page details the Court's institutional limitations and how its decisions can evolve over time. It emphasizes the Court's dependence on other branches for enforcement and its inability to initiate cases independently.

Example: The Dobbs v Jackson 2022 decision reversing previous abortion rights rulings demonstrates how Court precedents can change dramatically.

Highlight: The Court's lack of enforcement powers was notably demonstrated in 1963 when federal intervention was needed to implement Brown v Board of Education.

Definition: The War Powers Act of 1973 exemplifies legislation that remains constitutionally contested but cannot be reviewed until a specific case reaches the Court.

Quote: "S.C have no police or standing army to enforce their decisions, enforcement comes about more from the 'goodwill' of Americans to respect the constitution."

Vocabulary: Standing army - A permanent, professional military force maintained during peacetime, which the Supreme Court notably lacks for enforcement.

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Subjects

Politics

Government and politics of the usa and comparative politics

Government and politics of the usa

How Presidents Pick Judges and Why It Matters

Felix Staines

@felixstaines_gyzh

6 Followers

Key aspects:

Presidential influence through nominations and public statements significantly affects Court dynamics
Congressional oversight through confirmations and amendments provides crucial checks
Public opinion and enforcement limitations create practical constraints on Court authority
Court decisions can be reversed over time, reflecting evolving societal values
Institutional limitations like inability to self-initiate cases affect Court's reach

21/03/2023

140

Politics

Presidential and Congressional Influence on Supreme Court

Example: George W. Bush's nomination of Samuel Alito to replace Sandra Day O'Connor shifted the Court's ideological balance toward conservatism.

Highlight: Presidential pardons serve as a significant executive power, exemplified by Ford's pardon of Nixon in 1974 and Bush's pardon of Casper Weinberger in 1992.

Definition: Congressional amendments represent a powerful check on Supreme Court decisions, allowing Congress to effectively overrule Court interpretations through constitutional changes.

Quote: "The court appears to act in the understanding that if the public were to view its decisions as lacking credibility its legitimacy could be at risk."

Vocabulary: Impeachment - A formal process where the House can bring charges against officials and the Senate conducts trials, requiring a two-thirds majority for removal.

Limitations and Evolution of Supreme Court Power

Example: The Dobbs v Jackson 2022 decision reversing previous abortion rights rulings demonstrates how Court precedents can change dramatically.

Highlight: The Court's lack of enforcement powers was notably demonstrated in 1963 when federal intervention was needed to implement Brown v Board of Education.

Definition: The War Powers Act of 1973 exemplifies legislation that remains constitutionally contested but cannot be reviewed until a specific case reaches the Court.

Quote: "S.C have no police or standing army to enforce their decisions, enforcement comes about more from the 'goodwill' of Americans to respect the constitution."

Vocabulary: Standing army - A permanent, professional military force maintained during peacetime, which the Supreme Court notably lacks for enforcement.

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Knowunity is the #1 education app in five European countries

Knowunity has been named a featured story on Apple and has regularly topped the app store charts in the education category in Germany, Italy, Poland, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Join Knowunity today and help millions of students around the world.

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Pupils love Knowunity

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iOS User

I love this app so much, I also use it daily. I recommend Knowunity to everyone!!! I went from a D to an A with it :D

Philip, iOS User

The app is very simple and well designed. So far I have always found everything I was looking for :D

Lena, iOS user

How Presidents Pick Judges and Why It Matters

Presidential and Congressional Influence on Supreme Court

Limitations and Evolution of Supreme Court Power

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I love this app so much, I also use it daily. I recommend Knowunity to everyone!!! I went from a D to an A with it :D

The app is very simple and well designed. So far I have always found everything I was looking for :D

I love this app ❤️ I actually use it every time I study.

How Presidents Pick Judges and Why It Matters

Presidential and Congressional Influence on Supreme Court

Limitations and Evolution of Supreme Court Power

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Knowunity is the #1 education app in five European countries

Knowunity has been named a featured story on Apple and has regularly topped the app store charts in the education category in Germany, Italy, Poland, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Join Knowunity today and help millions of students around the world.

4.9+

13 M

#1

950 K+

Still not convinced? See what other students are saying...

I love this app so much, I also use it daily. I recommend Knowunity to everyone!!! I went from a D to an A with it :D

The app is very simple and well designed. So far I have always found everything I was looking for :D

I love this app ❤️ I actually use it every time I study.