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The pro-life movement is rife with deceit
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If the political American right loved children as much as they preach that they do, the world might actually improve. However, the pro-life movement is steeped in scripture and sanctimony. Supporters seem enamored with the biblical idea of a fetus, rather than helping the children who are suffering in the world today. As more…
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The Supreme Court should not have political affiliations
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Today in American politics, there is a heavy emphasis on our two-party system. While parties were originally intended to bring together those with similar ideologies, those political leanings are irrelevant in the judicial branch, which the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) is a part of. “The Court is charged with ensuring the…
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg leaves historic mark on society
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Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, known for championing women’s rights and fighting for abortion access across the United States, passed away on Sept. 18 at the age of 87. Ginsburg, nominated to the court by President Bill Cinton in 1993, was elected by the Senate following the retirement of Justice Byron White. She…
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Kavanaugh becomes a justice of the Supreme Court
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Amid controversy and extreme partisanship Justice Brett Kavanaugh was appointed to the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) in a 50-48 senate vote. President Trump nominated Judge Kavanaugh last July to replace moderate conservative Justice Anthony Kennedy who retired over the summer. However, his nomination was held in abeyance over multiple allegations of…
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Assault allegations against Kavanaugh threaten his confirmation
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In 1991, during his confirmation, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas received accusations of sexual harassment from professor Anita Hill. Over 25 years later, the American public is faced with an uncanningly similar situation. On July 9, 2018, President Donald Trump nominated Brett Kavanaugh for the Supreme Court, as a replacement for retiring Justice…