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Race and rights in contemporary US politics (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards

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The political versus judicial nature of the Supreme Court.

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Garland vs Barrett appointment timing

Garland blocked; Barrett expedited before 2020 election

Kavanaugh confirmation vote result

50-48, largely along party lines

Impact of Trump's 3 conservative justice appointments

Led to overturning of Roe v. Wade

KBJ nomination focus during vetting

Qualifications, not just political alignment

Warren Court landmark case on education segregation

Brown v. Board of Education

Warren Court case advancing criminal rights

Miranda v. Arizona

Dobbs v. Jackson interpretative approach used

Originalism and judicial restraint

Riley v. California privacy ruling subject

Expanded privacy rights to modern technology

Biden policy struck down by Supreme Court in 2023

Student loan forgiveness plan

Trump disqualification case 2023 decision outcome

Unanimous decision to allow Trump to run for office

Living Constitution interpretative approach meaning

Constitution should adapt to contemporary society

Obergefell v. Hodges amendment used for same-sex marriage

14th Amendment

Originalism interpretative approach definition

Fixed interpretation based on original meaning/framers' intent

Citizens United v. FEC First Amendment interpretation

Protects corporate speech

Justice known for originalist approach

Justice Clarence Thomas

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