I have two question. 1. How does the Supreme court insulated from public opinion? 2. How does it make sure its not too insulated from public opinion?
-I already have points on dual federalism, 'necessary and proper clause' and taxation, but I wanted to get more feedback on those questions! Thanks.
2007-03-01 15:20:46 · 2 answers · asked by PinkPanther15 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Government
As stated the Supreme Court doesn't have to be responsive to popular opinion to get elected as they are appointed, & once confirmed it is a lifetime assignment.
However w respect to cases they hear & pass judicial decisions upon they don't consider public opinion when deciding a case. The reason is public opinion has no relevance to their decision or their very existence.
The Supreme Court rules solely upon the constitutionality of a law as applied in a particular court case.....regardless of what opinion the population may express.
2007-03-03 22:13:02 · answer #1 · answered by SantaBud 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Federal judges hold their office "while on good behavior" -- meaning for life, unless impeached. Since they don't need to be elected by the populous, they are somewhat insulated from that electoral pressure.
2. As far as "insulated from public opinion" -- that varies by the Justice. Some care about popular opinion, some don't.
2007-03-01 23:25:33 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋