1) After reading the article, what is the most plausible relationship between public opinion and Supreme Court decision making? Do the justices respond to the people or are they influenced by the same social forces that shape public opinion?

2) What insight did the video offer about the participants' thoughts about religion influencing Supreme Court decision making?

3) What do you believe should influence Supreme Court decision making?

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