The Supreme Court of the United States is the highest court in the nation. Because of this, its decisions are supposed to be followed by all of the other courts in the United States. It consists of justices, who have a lifetime appointment. This means that they are required to serve until death or retirement. Here are the 9 current justices:
1. Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr.
2. Clarance Thomas
3. Ruth Bader Ginsburg
4. Stephen G. Breyer
5. Samuel Anthony Alito Jr.
6. Sonia Sotomayor
7. Elena Kagan
8. Neil Gorsuch
9. Brett Kavanaugh
The Supreme Court isn't just important to us as COM majors, but as human beings, because it rules on cases that affect many aspects of our lives. I think it's safe to say that we've all watched at least one legal show where someone was getting arrested, the majority of us attended public schools, and we all appreciate the fact that we can speak freely. All of these things have something to do with the Supreme Court. Issues such as desegregating schools and legalizing gay marriages.
Many people ask the Supreme Court to handle their cases, but are often denied. According to the video we watched the court receives around 7,000 cases a year, but only 100 of them are accepted. Most cases are submitted in writing and then have to get permission from the court to overlook the cast. Eventually, if the case is chosen, it is heard in public before the Supreme Court. I personally like the fact that lawyers have to make their case in front of all 9 justices because I think that would especially encourage them to put together a strong argument.
In conclusion, the Supreme Court has and always will play a significant role in the history of this country.
Sources:
Video 1
Video 2
Supreme Court Justices
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