about right, it's always seemed to me. they DO seem to have a similar take on life and they both obviously possess really intense takes on what he constitution actually MEANS. and damned good stylists, assuming the decisions are THEIR writing, which at least has to be a LIITLE true, doesn't it?
Yes, cheers and huzzahs for Justice Jackson — and she's right that we can't regard the Idaho decision as a "win" for abortion rights. What we're seeing is a SCOTUS that keeps finding ways to circumvent, dissipate, or weaken federal law in favor of state law, which is another way of allowing the tyranny of the minority.
the good thing is that probably will. she might even be around long enough to work in a court in which her intensity and brains will be able to accomplish more than just writing great dissents; right now--alas--that's what she's doing.
Thank you, Tom and a kiss on both cheeks for standing with Ketanji Brown Jackson, on this court dawdling over any expansive legislature that might just help ordinary citizens, especially of the female gender. Again abortion is a MEDICAL PROCEDURE and therefore no business of any law except malpractice. All these laws the right wing States are passing are an attempt to turn the female gender back to the early nineteenth century,
It’s pretty obvious that John Roberts will do anything in his power to make any ruling as narrow as possible, or to avoid ruling by remanding the case back to the lower court based on some rationale. No matter the issue, you can pretty much count on it. So expect more.
Equal opportunity frustrator. I probably should do a little deeper dive but this one is a head-scratcher. Were they challenging the constitutionality of the federal law or just saying it doesn’t have primacy?
And let's not forget that due to the passage of the abortion ban in ID resulted in the closure of the only maternity center that provided reproductive care for the 50 thousand in the Sandpoint ID area, including those in MT and eastern WA state. (see this article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/aug/22/abortion-idaho-women-rights-healthcare)
If a federal law is Constitutional, it would seem to have primacy. Now I’m not a lawyer but I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express and their reasoning is too arcane for me.
Justice Jackson can't save the SCOTUS from its self-immolation by herself. The next Dem majority must enact ethics LAWS, not suggestions or norms, because a third of these current justices are clearly unable to remain above the corruption fray. And the Dems must add at least two more justices in order to force decision deliberations. Something is terribly wrong when average citizens unschooled in law can accurately predict majority decisions.
I can't decide if Jackson, Sotomayor, and Kagan are the Fates or the Furies -- maybe both. If/when the country comes to its senses, their dissents are going to be required reading in law schools.
Hurrah for Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is right. The legislators in Idaho are pro-death, not pro-life. These laws are unChristian, an embarrassment to Idaho, and a danger to its citizens. Because of such draconian measures unhampered by the Supreme Court, women and infants will die while some jackass will stand by reciting the Ten Commandments. This has nothing whatsoever to do with the teachings of Jesus and everything to do with patriarchal power and control.
Glad she read her dissent from the bench. This court is every bit as bad as the one that decided Plessy back in the 1880's. Another reason BIDEN. MUST. WIN. THIS. ELECTION. The Federal courts are becoming more and more disastrously partisan and that includes "scotus" of course. And WHEN will the ABA become the organization vetting judicial candidates again RATHER than the right wing and more Fascist Federalist Society, which, if I'm not mistaken has been Robert Bork's contribution to the rightward political shift in the nation. So many of these organizations sprang up during the "morning in america" guy, ronny reagan.
Thomas went on and on about how the hospitals have a duty to protect the child, too. And since medical ethics actually already provides this for "abortions" that result in a viable birth, it seems a pretty superfluous argument.
Alas, I’m afraid she knew her questions would be considered rhetorical, or even unimportant to The Six. But may she, Jasmine, Kamala and others continue doing their black jobs well. Sadly, Clarence landed a white job.
KBJ is the new RBG.
Yes!
about right, it's always seemed to me. they DO seem to have a similar take on life and they both obviously possess really intense takes on what he constitution actually MEANS. and damned good stylists, assuming the decisions are THEIR writing, which at least has to be a LIITLE true, doesn't it?
Very true, I suspect. Neither strikes me as the type to parrot a clerk's writing.
Yes, cheers and huzzahs for Justice Jackson — and she's right that we can't regard the Idaho decision as a "win" for abortion rights. What we're seeing is a SCOTUS that keeps finding ways to circumvent, dissipate, or weaken federal law in favor of state law, which is another way of allowing the tyranny of the minority.
We need more justices like KBJ !!!
We won't have a chance of getting them UNLESS President Biden wins the election.
Agreed. About 9 would do nicely.
Its long past time for Justices to pretend that any collegial sentiments exist in this Kangaroo Court
Our systems of laws has been decimated by the Leonard Leo Billionaire Society aka SCOTUS
LOOKING FORWARD TO MORE from Justice Jackson
the good thing is that probably will. she might even be around long enough to work in a court in which her intensity and brains will be able to accomplish more than just writing great dissents; right now--alas--that's what she's doing.
Thank you, Tom and a kiss on both cheeks for standing with Ketanji Brown Jackson, on this court dawdling over any expansive legislature that might just help ordinary citizens, especially of the female gender. Again abortion is a MEDICAL PROCEDURE and therefore no business of any law except malpractice. All these laws the right wing States are passing are an attempt to turn the female gender back to the early nineteenth century,
It’s pretty obvious that John Roberts will do anything in his power to make any ruling as narrow as possible, or to avoid ruling by remanding the case back to the lower court based on some rationale. No matter the issue, you can pretty much count on it. So expect more.
Oh yeah, you got that right.
Equal opportunity frustrator. I probably should do a little deeper dive but this one is a head-scratcher. Were they challenging the constitutionality of the federal law or just saying it doesn’t have primacy?
Idaho was arguing the latter, which makes things really problematic if this is decided in their favor.
And let's not forget that due to the passage of the abortion ban in ID resulted in the closure of the only maternity center that provided reproductive care for the 50 thousand in the Sandpoint ID area, including those in MT and eastern WA state. (see this article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/aug/22/abortion-idaho-women-rights-healthcare)
If a federal law is Constitutional, it would seem to have primacy. Now I’m not a lawyer but I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express and their reasoning is too arcane for me.
I laughed out loud.
Maybe they just don't want to have (too much) blood on their hands.
One way or the other.
Justice Jackson can't save the SCOTUS from its self-immolation by herself. The next Dem majority must enact ethics LAWS, not suggestions or norms, because a third of these current justices are clearly unable to remain above the corruption fray. And the Dems must add at least two more justices in order to force decision deliberations. Something is terribly wrong when average citizens unschooled in law can accurately predict majority decisions.
I can't decide if Jackson, Sotomayor, and Kagan are the Fates or the Furies -- maybe both. If/when the country comes to its senses, their dissents are going to be required reading in law schools.
Love her!!!
Hurrah for Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is right. The legislators in Idaho are pro-death, not pro-life. These laws are unChristian, an embarrassment to Idaho, and a danger to its citizens. Because of such draconian measures unhampered by the Supreme Court, women and infants will die while some jackass will stand by reciting the Ten Commandments. This has nothing whatsoever to do with the teachings of Jesus and everything to do with patriarchal power and control.
Glad she read her dissent from the bench. This court is every bit as bad as the one that decided Plessy back in the 1880's. Another reason BIDEN. MUST. WIN. THIS. ELECTION. The Federal courts are becoming more and more disastrously partisan and that includes "scotus" of course. And WHEN will the ABA become the organization vetting judicial candidates again RATHER than the right wing and more Fascist Federalist Society, which, if I'm not mistaken has been Robert Bork's contribution to the rightward political shift in the nation. So many of these organizations sprang up during the "morning in america" guy, ronny reagan.
Plessy v. Ferguson was 1896 -- and I'd happily throw the Taney court that decided Dred Scott v. Sandford (1857) into the running for worst court ever.
How about the congress that passed the Fugitive Slave Act - I don't think that ever went before the court. Dred Scott. Indeed.
Jackson is fearless. She definitely doesn’t care whether she gets invited to the club for lunch. Makes me wonder what goes on in conference.
I have wondered that.
Thomas went on and on about how the hospitals have a duty to protect the child, too. And since medical ethics actually already provides this for "abortions" that result in a viable birth, it seems a pretty superfluous argument.
Like everything else that pig (who was a "Mau Mau Maoist" - his term - in collegehas said in the past 33 years.
Thomas lacks any human characteristic. He is vile beyond words.
Justice Jackson lays it all out and is done pulling punches.
Thank you Joe Biden for putting this outstanding woman on the court. Expand
the court in 2025! Serious ethics rules! 13 district courts/13 SCOTUS.
Not one step back were the words of Tom, months ago.
Take it to them in November.
Vote BLUE!
Alas, I’m afraid she knew her questions would be considered rhetorical, or even unimportant to The Six. But may she, Jasmine, Kamala and others continue doing their black jobs well. Sadly, Clarence landed a white job.
She's smart and gutsy and I wish I could hug her today.