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intrepidity

(7,371 posts) Sun Apr 28, 2024, 02:49 PM Apr 28

So why are hypotheticals not ok during SCOTUS confirmation hearings [View all]

But are perfectly fine during arguments before (and by) them?

Seems that the hypotheticals play a much more important role during the vetting process to see whether one should be seated.

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So why are hypotheticals not ok during SCOTUS confirmation hearings [View all] intrepidity Apr 28 OP

Because hypotheticals may reveal biases during the confirmation process. And right-wingers need to hide that unblock Apr 28 #1

Hypotheticals are ok! Bobstandard Apr 28 #2

Because the justices are ASKING the hypotheticals in court Ms. Toad Apr 28 #3

K&R UTUSN Apr 28 #4

Hypothetical are ok in confirmation hearings. former9thward Apr 28 #5

Aren't they supposed to rule on the case in front of them? kentuck Apr 29 #6