Justice Stephen G. Breyer's Critique of the Supreme Court's Direction
Justice Stephen G. Breyer raises concerns about the direction of the Supreme Court in his new book, criticizing the current court's approach to the law and urging reevaluation by the conservative-appointed justices. He emphasizes the importance of considering practical consequences and societal values in judicial decisions.
Key Points
- Criticism of the court's fetishization of textualism and originalism
- Call for reevaluation by conservative-appointed justices
- Emphasis on considering practical consequences and societal values in judicial decisions
Pros
- Raises important questions about the Supreme Court's approach to the law
- Emphasizes the need to consider practical consequences and societal values in judicial decisions
Cons
- May be seen as controversial or confrontational by some conservative-leaning individuals