A Supreme Court Crisis?

The video discusses the impact of Justice Scalia's passing on the Supreme Court, highlighting the appointment process and current cases. It explores the political implications and historical context of court appointments, presenting arguments from both Republicans and Democrats. The video concludes by encouraging viewer interaction.

What is the significance of a Supreme Court vacancy?

• It results in an automatic election.

• It has no impact on current court cases.

• It can shift the ideological balance of the court.

• It allows the President to appoint a new senator.

What happens when the Supreme Court is split 4-4?

• The case is dismissed.

• The decision of the lower court stands.

• The case is retried in the Supreme Court.

• The President decides the outcome.

Who was the Senate Majority Leader opposing the nomination?

• Mitch McConnell

• Lyndon Johnson

• Chuck Grassley

• Franklin Pierce

What historical rule do Republicans cite to oppose election-year nominations?

• The Thurmond rule

• The Kennedy rule

• The Fillmore rule

• The Scalia rule

According to Republicans, how long has it been since a president successfully nominated a Supreme Court justice in an election year?

• 40 years

• 60 years

• 80 years

• 100 years

What example do Democrats use to argue against the lame duck claim?

• The 1968 nomination of Abe Fortis

• The 1852 nomination of Ed Bradford

• The 1844 vacancy under Tyler

• The 1988 nomination of Justice Kennedy

How do Democrats justify the President's right to nominate a Supreme Court justice?

• By citing the Electoral College results

• By referencing the Thurmond rule

• By pointing to the popular vote

• By highlighting past election-year nominations