Harvard Law Professor's Argument Against Originalism and Judicial Selection

SOURCE www.theguardian.com
Harvard law professor argues against originalism and for diversifying the Supreme Court with non-judges. He criticizes conservative judicial theories and calls for a rethinking of justice selection.

Key Points

  • Critique of originalism and conservative judicial theories
  • Advocacy for a broader range of experience in Supreme Court nominees

Pros

  • Calls for a more diverse selection of Supreme Court justices
  • Critiques conservative judicial theories like originalism

Cons

  • Some may disagree with the idea of appointing non-judges to the highest court