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“Roosevelt got a chance to name an amazing nine justices of the Supreme Court. He was not namby-pamby on this question. He wanted people who shared his views, he wanted liberals, and he wanted lots of them.” quote by Noah Feldman
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“Roosevelt got a chance to name an amazing nine justices of the Supreme Court. He was not namby-pamby on this question. He wanted people who shared his views, he wanted liberals, and he wanted lots of them.”

Noah Feldman

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Roosevelt sought justices aligned with his liberal views, emphasizing political alignment over impartiality.

In simple terms: He wanted judges who shared his political stance.

Key Takeaway

Consider the impact of politics on judicial appointments.

Themes

politics judiciary ideology appointment

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political historical

When to use this quote

  • law school debates
  • policy analysis
  • civic education

Key Concepts

judicial independence political influence court composition

Questions to Reflect On

  • Should judges be politically aligned?
  • How does ideology affect legal decisions?
A Different Perspective

Risk of undermining judicial neutrality.

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