Injustice: Roger Taney

Injustice: Roger Taney

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History, Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the importance of justice in society and how injustice can undermine a constitutional Republic. It focuses on US Supreme Court Justice Rodger Tawney, who, despite his complex views on slavery, delivered the majority opinion in the Dred Scott case. This case denied citizenship and rights to black people, reinforcing slavery and contributing to the Civil War. The video concludes by emphasizing the necessity of justice to ensure fair treatment and protection of rights for all.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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