Radicalized SCOTUS Is Slashing Precedents: Noah Feldman

Radicalized SCOTUS Is Slashing Precedents: Noah Feldman

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The video discusses a constitutional revolution in the U.S. Supreme Court, marked by overturning long-standing precedents like Roe v Wade and affirmative action. Key events include Mitch McConnell blocking Merrick Garland's confirmation, Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death, and Donald Trump's appointment of three justices. With a conservative majority, the court is pursuing a conservative agenda, impacting areas like environmental regulation, gay rights, and abortion.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key indicator of the constitutional revolution mentioned in the video?

The overturning of long-standing precedents

The introduction of new laws

The reduction of judicial power

The expansion of the Supreme Court

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major case was overturned last summer, as mentioned in the video?

Marbury v. Madison

Plessy v. Ferguson

Roe v. Wade

Brown v. Board of Education

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event contributed to the conservative majority in the Supreme Court?

The passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

The appointment of Merrick Garland

The retirement of Justice Stephen Breyer

The election of Joe Biden

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many justices were appointed by Donald Trump, as mentioned in the video?

Four

One

Two

Three

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What future issue is the conservative majority likely to address, according to the video?

Expanding healthcare access

Increasing educational funding

Limiting environmental regulations

Enhancing voting rights