Bonus: Originalism Sin
Summary
Guest Madiba K. Denny critiques Justice Alito's new book on originalism, arguing it entrenches historical discrimination and ignores modern reliance interests. The discussion covers the Supreme Court's oral argument in Suncor, where justices defended fossil fuel companies against a climate liability suit, and a heartbreaking lawsuit filed after a woman died due to Texas abortion bans. Finally, Denny analyzes the administration's plan to livestream a firing squad execution, debating whether public spectacle might effectively expose the death penalty's brutality.
Topics discussed
Welcome and teaser for next week's episode
Introduction of guest Medeva K. Danny
Critique of Justice Alito's book on originalism
Alito's arguments on reliance interests in Roe and Obergefell
The shift in Supreme Court justices' public behavior
Suncor case: Climate liability for fossil fuel companies
Analysis of the Suncor oral argument at the Supreme Court
Lawsuit following a woman's death due to abortion ban in Texas
Reaction to live-streamed firing squad execution announcement
Debate on transparency and public horror regarding executions
Closing remarks and guest credits
Preview of 'By the People' series finale and credits
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