Why And How To Make SCOTUS More Accessible

For years, people have talked about whether to allow cameras in the Supreme Court, particularly after many lower federal and state courts adopted the practice. Last month, a subcommittee of the House of Representatives held hearings about public access to the Supreme Court and how to increase it. (read more)

Do Americans Still Have Faith In The Supreme Court?

In the coming months, the Supreme Court will decide important questions that touch millions of Americans’ lives, and many people aren’t confident it will be for the better. But the concern goes beyond individuals. (read more)

Who Wants To Serve Forever? How Supreme Court Term Limits Would Work

Supreme Court reform is a now-widespread idea among Democrats with a variety of proposed options. Expansion has been a popular proposal with a few 2020 candidates, but limiting the amount of time justices can serve on the Supreme Court is another route that’s often touted. (read more)

Eighth Circuit Court Gives LGBTQ Discrimination Case New Life

Today the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals released a decision that adds another opportunity for a case in the Supreme Court concerning the crossroads between anti-discrimination laws and religious freedom. In a 2-1 decision, the panel of judges decided that a couple who won’t shoot wedding videos for same-sex weddings can pursue a claim in court that includes elements of free speech and religious freedom rights. (read more)

Senators’ Past Judicial Recs Could Point To SCOTUS Picks

When asked, every Democratic presidential candidate says the courts are important and, if elected, they plan to appoint judges who respect the Constitution and Supreme Court precedent. However, none of the candidates mention specific names they would consider, only models they would follow. (read more)