Televise The Proceedings Of The Supreme Court
Robert Paul Reyes
October 08, 2005
The Supreme Court justices are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate to a lifetime tenure.
Unlike members of the executive or legislative branches, the Supremes don't do interviews and they don't seek photo ops.
They are mysterious and somewhat sinister figures underneath their flowing black robes.
We need to know more about the deliberations of this group of men and women who have the power to impact every facet of our lives. Are they akin to a Star Chamber or do they operate in a democratic way?
The Supreme Court has a new chief justice, John G. Roberts, Jr, whose tenure will hopefully bring more transparency to the machinations of this august body.
This young judge should act boldly and urge his fellow justices to accept televising the court's proceedings.
During his confirmation hearings before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Roberts indicated he would consider allowing cameras but would need to consult with his colleagues.
C-SPAN has provided a wonderful public service by showing the American public their politicians at work. As a frequent viewer of C-SPAN, I have learned which politicians are windbags and which ones have something meaningful to say.
The more light that shines on the workings of democracy, the better it works. Televising the deliberations of the High Court would be a wonderful civic lesson and a great way to keep the justices on their toes.
Unlike members of the executive or legislative branches, the Supremes don't do interviews and they don't seek photo ops.
They are mysterious and somewhat sinister figures underneath their flowing black robes.
We need to know more about the deliberations of this group of men and women who have the power to impact every facet of our lives. Are they akin to a Star Chamber or do they operate in a democratic way?
The Supreme Court has a new chief justice, John G. Roberts, Jr, whose tenure will hopefully bring more transparency to the machinations of this august body.
This young judge should act boldly and urge his fellow justices to accept televising the court's proceedings.
During his confirmation hearings before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Roberts indicated he would consider allowing cameras but would need to consult with his colleagues.
C-SPAN has provided a wonderful public service by showing the American public their politicians at work. As a frequent viewer of C-SPAN, I have learned which politicians are windbags and which ones have something meaningful to say.
The more light that shines on the workings of democracy, the better it works. Televising the deliberations of the High Court would be a wonderful civic lesson and a great way to keep the justices on their toes.
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