Events surrounding the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to fill the vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court illustrates how, on matters of Supreme Court nomination and confirmation, the U.S. Constitution is largely missing in action. To begin with, the Framers provided no minimal qualifications for who could serve as a Justice. As school kids learn, […]

Episode 35 – On Justice Appointments, A Largely Silent Constitution

Five-minute bites of background about the Court and Constitution — provides unbiased information and context for fully understanding the Supreme Court and ongoing disputes related to democracy and constitutional law.  Learn to appreciate the complexity of constitutional questions, and make more informed decisions as voters and active citizens.

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Five-minute bites of background about the Court and Constitution — provides unbiased information and context for fully understanding the Supreme Court and ongoing disputes related to democracy and constitutional law. Learn to appreciate the complexity of constitutional questions, and make more informed decisions as voters and active citizens.

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Episode 35 – On Justice Appointments, A Largely Silent Constitution

Episode 35 – On Justice Appointments, A Largely Silent Constitution