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The Supreme Court Is Facing a Legitimacy Crisis

Sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh have recently resurfacedand the Supreme Court is certainly heading toward a crisis in public confidence. The question is, will it be able to recover?

Emily Dai, Contributing Writer • September 30, 2019

Almost exactly one year ago, the American public watched Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s gripping account of a sexual assault perpetrated by then-Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh...

A Thank You to Dr. Blasey Ford

Despite a disheartening decision by the U.S. government to appoint Brett Kavanaugh, the Opinion Desk would like to formally thank Dr. Blasey Ford for her unwavering stance despite the opposition.

Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor • October 15, 2018

As the Opinion desk, we have run several articles on Dr. Christine Blasey-Ford's role in the Supreme Court confirmation hearings. With Hanna representing us, we're taking a moment to thank Dr. Blasey-Ford for her sacrifice.

Brett Kavanaugh Thinks His Confirmation Hearings Will Discourage Public Service. That’s Nonsense

Judge Brett Kavanaugh grossly underestimated the passion people have for public service in his opening statement last Thursday.

Mickey Desruisseaux, Columnist • October 1, 2018

Judge Brett Kavanaugh grossly underestimated the passion people have for public service in his opening statement last Thursday.

NYU Takes Legal Action Against Trump Travel Ban

Alex Domb, Deputy News Editor • April 9, 2018

On March 30, NYU lawyers filed an amicus curiae brief against the latest iteration of President Donald Trump’s “travel ban.”

The Inevitable Activism of the Supreme Court

Janice Lee, Contributing Writer • April 3, 2018

Activism inevitably occurs at the Supreme Court, but we must hold the judicial system accountable.

Answer in Gerrymandering Case is Clear

Amy Rhee, Contributing Writer • October 18, 2017

However, the existence of those institutions does not excuse anti-democratic practices that bolster the power of politicians.

Gorsuch’s View on Regulatory Agencies Serves College Students Well

Eli Nachmany, Guest Writer • February 21, 2017

In Judge Gorsuch, the American people get an individual who believes strongly in the independence of the court. He walks the fine line between the “judicial activism” against which Justice Scalia routinely railed and an overbearing amount of judicial restraint that threatens our nation’s economic prowess as regulators grab for power.

‘Loving’ Proves Comforting in Its Justice

Sophie Bennett, Staff Writer • November 3, 2016

The new film "Loving" captures with astounding emotion and power the importance of the Supreme Court case Loving v. Virginia which ruled in 1964 that any law prohibiting interracial marriage was unconstitutional.

Restrictive Voting Laws Extend Past the South

WSN Editorial Board • October 12, 2016

Until New York reforms its own voting process, state officials have no legitimate argument to make against conservative state legislatures taking advantage of the Supreme Court ruling.

The Only Path to Educational Improvement Is Desegregation of Schools

WSN Editorial Board • September 14, 2016

Diverse learning environments create increased opportunities for all students, no matter their circumstances, and prepare them for an increasingly global workplace awaiting them post-graduation.

NYU Law Dean Debates Whether Supreme Court Undermines American Democracy

Jake Steel, Contributing Writer • March 29, 2016

The NYU Law Dean debated if the Supreme Court contradicts the American Democracy.

Despite Garland’s Moderacy, Blood Will Spill

Connor Borden, Contributing Writer • March 21, 2016

The most beneficial and just course of action is to give Garland their complete and unbiased consideration, though this would require right-wingers to abandon their adamant opposition. With pressing cases to be heard by the highest court in the nation, the United States Supreme Court needs its ninth seat filled with fresh ears and the moxie to propel the court out of stagnancy.