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The Repubs expect us to try to pack the Supreme Court. That would be a mistake, because the next Repub Admin would just do the same. The solution is to put a 10 year term limit on Justices. The same Justice could be appointed for multiple terms. This means that the Supreme Court would more closely reflect the will of the American people when they elect the President, who would appoint or re-appoint Justices. What do you think?
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Pack? They did the packing, we would be levelling. And no, your idea means
Eliot Rosewater
Nov 2020
#3
It would also keep the justices closer to the age of the general population.
Binkie The Clown
Nov 2020
#12
There are 13 circuit courts. I think having 13 Supremes is reasonable. The 13 circuits are a
Ninga
Nov 2020
#19
There will be no attempt at expanding the Supreme Court, at least until after 2022
Polybius
Nov 2020
#22