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In reply to the discussion: Supreme Court strikes down restrictive Louisiana abortion law [View all]Upthevibe
(8,030 posts)21. Lobo27.... I agree with you...
Also, he seems to be quite mindful regarding the legacy of "The Robert's Court...."
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Something is going on with Roberts. He agreed with the Texas abortion ruling, which was....
SKKY
Jun 2020
#3
Probably. And I think as Chief Justice he values the public opinion on the Supreme Court...
SKKY
Jun 2020
#6
I think Roberts is worried that the Court could appear to be an extension of the Republican Party.
Lonestarblue
Jun 2020
#11
I believe the argument was made specific to the last year of a President's 2nd term
mr_lebowski
Jun 2020
#31
He stated his reason was that the law was already litigated in the Texas case.
Coventina
Jun 2020
#8
He might have had a personal experience with a girlfriend, sister, friend (even his own mother)
CTyankee
Jun 2020
#38
Oh yes, for sure. My mother was pregnant with me before marriage. It was a scandal!!
Coventina
Jun 2020
#39
Oh, my memory is shot but I excuse myself for being old. I thought my memory would improve
CTyankee
Jun 2020
#41
Roberts sat and heard all the impeachment evidence. I wonder if, seeing how corrupt
steventh
Jun 2020
#9
It's hard to believe this took six years to reach the Supreme Court for a decision.
Maribelle
Jun 2020
#10
@SenatorCollins said that Brett Kavanaugh would "follow precedent" but he did NOT!
riversedge
Jun 2020
#15
I'M SO GLAD YOU BROUGHT THAT UP! That is what democrats don't shout to the rooftops
BComplex
Jun 2020
#35