Deadlocked: How America Shaped the Supreme Court (2023)

Episode Overview

In the 1990s, pivotal Supreme Court cases often hinged on the crucial votes of Justices O’Connor and Kennedy, both appointed by Republican presidents yet occasionally aligning with the liberal wing. The landmark case Bush v. Gore intensifies national divisions and raises questions about the impartiality of the Court amidst political influences. As George W. Bush appoints new justices, the potential for a significant ideological shift looms, ushering the Supreme Court into an era marked by heightened polarization and partisanship.