Court-Packing
As you read in your textbook, “court-
packing” is not a new concept.
Roosevelt first proposed it in the 1930s.
But in recent years similar suggestions
or ideas have surfaced, such as those
referenced in the article you read to
prepare for this discussion.
• Share your opinion on “court-
packing” or any similar adjustments
to the Supreme Court.
• Are you open to the idea under
certain circumstances? If so, what
would those be?
• If you’re not open to it, is there any
scenario in which you might be
open to it?
• Provide rationale and support from
this week’s readings to back up your
aninions
As you read in your textbook, “court- packing” is not a new concept. Roosevelt first proposed it in the 1930s. But in recent years similar