Question

Judicial Branch FRQ

The judicial branch is designed to be more independent of public opinion and insulated from politics than are the legislative or the executive branches. Yet, the US Supreme Court rarely deviates too far for too long from prevalent public opinion and is often affected by politics.


a. Describe TWO ways in which the US Supreme Court is insulated from public opinion.


b. Describe TWO political factors that affect the nomination process of justices.


c. Explain how one factor mentioned in part B works to keep the Supreme Court from deviating too far from public opinion.

Answer 1

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Step-by-step explanation:

A) The Justices of the United States supreme court are insulted from public opinion in two ways. One, they are appointed and not elected. Therefore, they do not answer to the public, directly. Two, Justices on good behaviour serve for life and are secured of their jobs.

B) The two political factors that affect the nomination of Justices include;

One, the ideology of the nominee. The president always wants to appoint someone who agrees with their views.

Two. The approval of the Senate, who decide whether to accept the candidate or not.

C) The ideology of the nominee reflects their stance on public opinion.