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An issue brief is a short summary, usually two- three pages, of the knowledge surrounding an issue or problem. To write an issue brief, the writer should assume that the audience knows little or nothing about the topic. State the issue for consideration. Briefly state why this issue is important to you in the context of a current public policy issue and the relevance of the issue in Criminal Justice or to the general public. State the action you would seek in connection with the stated issue. Responses to these issue briefs should be thorough and well thought out

This issue brief is regarding the Appointment of Justices to the Supreme Court. You will submit a two page brief explaining the issue. The Constitution requires the president to submit nominations to the Senate for its advice and consent. Since the Supreme Court was established in 1789, presidents have submitted 163 nominations for the Court, including those for chief justice.  The country went into a whirlwind due to the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg six weeks before the Presidential election. 

Answer the following questions below:

EXPLAIN the history of the court and why this last nomination and appointment was so historic. EXPLAIN  the landmark cases and current policy issues that the current Supreme Court decision will decide and how the outcomes will impact the country.

Briefly state why this issue is important to you in the context of a current public policy issue and the relevance of the issue in Criminal Justice or to the general public. State the action you would seek in connection with the stated issue.