How far to the right is the US Supreme Court shifting? | Inside Story

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She defines herself as an originalist, meaning that the US- Constitution should be interpreted as intended by its authors centuries ago. Her critics fear she won’t be moving with the times on religious rights, the climate crisis, healthcare and abortion to name a few. The Senate’s confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett as U-S -Supreme Court Justice gives a 6 to 3 conservative majority over their more liberal colleagues. That raises concerns over how her philosophy could shape the rulings of America’s highest court for decades to come. –

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