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.

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.