Supreme Court Fact-Checking: Poor Performance & Possible Solutions

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In summary, Stephen Colbert discussed the issue of the Supreme Court not properly checking references, including taking lobbyist-written Amicus Briefs as fact and citing unreliable sources. The issue was highlighted in a paper covered on the show and in a video segment. This issue is not receiving enough attention despite its significant impact on American society.
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Stephen Colbert gave some airtime Monday to a story that is pretty interesting. The Supreme Court is doing a very poor job of checking references. Justices often take Amicus Briefs written by lobbyist as fact, cite blog posts, and all sorts of nonsense. The following link is the actual paper that was covered on the show:

http://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2409071
 
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Here is the video of just the amicus brief portion of the Colbert show.

http://thecolbertreport.cc.com/vide...he-rise-of-amicus-briefs---allison-orr-larsen

This sounds like a carry over from when they wore powdered wigs.

I don't know why stories like these aren't major news. This issue affects more people in America than ISIS and Ebola combined imho. I just don't think people understand the real power of the supreme court. It's like a side show that nobody cares about even though it's extremely powerful.
 

1. What is the purpose of Supreme Court fact-checking?

The purpose of Supreme Court fact-checking is to ensure that the information and statements made by the Justices and their opinions are accurate and supported by evidence. This is important for maintaining the integrity and credibility of the Supreme Court and its decisions.

2. How is Supreme Court fact-checking conducted?

Supreme Court fact-checking is typically conducted by independent organizations and media outlets that review the statements and opinions of the Justices. They use a variety of methods, such as analyzing legal documents, interviewing experts, and fact-checking through reliable sources.

3. What are some examples of poor performance in Supreme Court fact-checking?

Some examples of poor performance in Supreme Court fact-checking include inaccuracies in statements made by the Justices, failure to provide evidence to support their opinions, and reliance on biased or unreliable sources.

4. What are some potential solutions to improve Supreme Court fact-checking?

Some potential solutions to improve Supreme Court fact-checking include increasing funding and resources for fact-checking organizations, implementing stricter fact-checking standards, and encouraging transparency and accountability from the Justices.

5. What challenges are faced in Supreme Court fact-checking?

Some challenges faced in Supreme Court fact-checking include limited access to information and documents, the complexity of legal language and rulings, and the potential for political bias to influence fact-checking organizations.

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