The Lasting Legacy of RBG

America mourns after the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

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The death of RBG came as a shock to all Americans when they learned of her passing September 18, 2020. Trump and Biden both weighed in, praising Ginsburg on her tireless work for fighting for equality. Trump, learned of this news shortly after he got off of the stage at one of his rallies. As he was walking towards Air Force One a reporter informed him that Ginsburg had just died. Ironically, Tiny Dancer by Elton John was playing in the background. After hearing of this news Trump expressed sadness, but praise as he said, "[she was an amazing woman who] led an amazing life."

Eight days after her passing, September 26, 2020, Trump nominated Amy Coney Barrett (ACB) to fill her seat on the supreme court. Mitch McConnell vowed to put her on the supreme court as Democrats cried unfair. They claim this was the McConnell policy from 2016 when he refused to give Merrick Garland a hearing, citing "there's an election coming up."

It seems that Democrats and Republicans have both flip-flopped their positions now that this decision is favorable to Republicans. With Senator Romney now claiming that he will most likely vote for Judge Barrett, there is little the Democrats can do to slow this nomination until the election. The senate vote has been set for October 22nd, and she will most likely be sworn in before the election.

However, the court packing question still remains as Joe Biden refuses to answer the question until the election. Only time will tell how Judge Barrett's legacy on the court will fall, but one thing is sure: this nomination will have major implications on public policy for the next decades.

By: The Election Predictor

Date: October 16 2020