How Did Ruth Bader Ginsburg Change The Supreme Court?

The video discusses Justice Ginsburg's influence on the Supreme Court, highlighting her role as a consensus pick and later as a leading liberal voice. It explores the potential impact of the upcoming election on the Supreme Court, especially if there are only eight justices. The discussion includes the ideological shift towards conservatism in the court and the political maneuvers that might occur if the Senate remains Republican while Joe Biden wins the presidency. The video concludes with insights into the political strategies that could unfold in this scenario.

What was Justice Ginsburg initially considered when she joined the Supreme Court?

• An unknown figure

• A consensus pick

• A controversial choice

• A conservative voice

What is a potential issue with having only eight justices on the Supreme Court during an election?

• It could lead to a deadlock in decisions

• It would speed up the decision-making process

• It would make the court more liberal

• It would increase the number of cases heard

How has the ideological balance of the Supreme Court shifted in recent years?

• It has become more moderate

• It has become more conservative

• It has remained the same

• It has become more liberal

What might Mitch McConnell do if Joe Biden wins the presidency and the Republicans retain the Senate?

• Immediately confirm Biden's nominee

• Refuse to fill the seat

• Delay the nomination process

• Nominate a Democrat

Who are considered the potential swing justices in the current Supreme Court?

• Justice Breyer and Justice Barrett

• Justice Thomas and Justice Alito

• Chief Justice Roberts and Justice Kavanaugh

• Justice Ginsburg and Justice Sotomayor