Constitutional Accountability Center President on Amy Coney Barrett's Confirmation Hearing

The transcript discusses the political and judicial implications of Amy Coney Barrett's Supreme Court nomination. It highlights concerns about her originalist philosophy, potential impacts on the Affordable Care Act, and her views on precedent. The discussion emphasizes the stakes involved, particularly regarding healthcare and civil rights, amid the ongoing pandemic.

What was the primary goal of the Republican Party and President Trump in nominating a Supreme Court justice?

• To ensure bipartisan support

• To promote environmental protection

• To overturn key rulings like Roe v. Wade and the ACA

• To maintain the status quo

How does Elizabeth Wydra describe Amy Coney Barrett's approach to originalism?

• Unbiased and neutral

• Consistent and predictable

• Erratic and selective

• Liberal and progressive

What concerns do Democratic senators have regarding Barrett's potential impact on the ACA?

• That she will strike down the ACA

• That she will strengthen the ACA

• That she will uphold the ACA

• That she will ignore the ACA

What does Barrett's record suggest about her stance on the Affordable Care Act?

• She is neutral towards the ACA

• She has no opinion on the ACA

• She supports the ACA

• She is likely to vote against the ACA

What role does the Supreme Court play in relation to precedent?

• It cannot change precedent

• It ignores precedent

• It sets and can overrule precedent

• It only follows lower court decisions

What is a key concern about the conservative members of the Supreme Court according to the transcript?

• They often side with liberal viewpoints

• They are too lenient on environmental issues

• They favor business interests over workers and consumers

• They are unpredictable in their rulings

What is the significance of the Supreme Court's ability to overrule precedent?

• It prevents any changes in law

• It enables adaptation to new societal norms

• It allows for legal stability

• It ensures all past decisions are upheld