The See-No-Evil Supreme Court
This article critiques the U.S. Supreme Court's recent jurisprudence, arguing that the Roberts Court consistently ignores or rationalizes evidence of racial animus in government actions. The author compares this trend to the historical Korematsu decision, labeling it a 'Neo-Korematsu Doctrine' that undermines Reconstruction-era protections.
Why it matters
It highlights a significant shift in judicial philosophy regarding civil rights and government accountability, impacting the legal landscape for marginalized groups in the U.S.
The majority refuses to see evidence of racism.
The article uses highly critical, emotionally charged language ('assault on freedoms', 'overt bigotry') to characterize the Supreme Court's decisions.
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