After being on the Supreme Court for over a decade, Justice Sonia Sotomayor has revealed that being a liberal in a conservative court has been nothing short of heartbreaking for her. She recently told an audience at Harvard University that there have been days where she has had to close her office door and cry after a case was announced. Sotomayor did not provide specific examples, but it is clear that she struggles with the fact that she is often on the losing side of cases due to her liberal beliefs.
Sotomayor’s emotional outbursts and inability to deal with her losses have not been limited to her recent speech at Harvard. In January, she made similar comments at an event at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law. She admitted that she lives in a constant state of frustration and that every loss traumatizes her. This raises concerns about her ability to judge rationally and without bias.
As a member of the highest court in the nation, Sotomayor’s political views should not cloud her judgment. Justices are expected to be impartial and make decisions based on the law and the Constitution, not their personal beliefs. By her own admission, Sotomayor struggles to separate her emotions from her job, leading to the question of whether she is fit to serve as a Supreme Court Justice.
Sotomayor’s emotional state seems to have only worsened since the confirmation of Justice Amy Coney Barrett, who is a conservative. In a recent speaking engagement, she claimed that she and Barrett have a good relationship and that they are able to put their differences aside. However, her comments at Harvard and Berkeley paint a different picture. It is clear that Sotomayor is unable to handle disagreement and loss gracefully, which is a concerning trait for a Supreme Court Justice.
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While it is understandable for Sotomayor to feel frustrated at times, it is concerning that she would openly admit to crying and feeling desperate in response to cases. This is not the behavior expected from a high court justice, and it raises doubts about Sotomayor’s ability to handle the pressure and responsibilities of the job. Justices are expected to approach each case with an open mind and weigh the evidence and arguments before making a decision, not let their personal emotions sway their judgment.
Sotomayor’s emotional outbursts also seem to contradict her role as a leader on the Supreme Court. Instead of setting an example of professionalism and impartiality, she is showing a lack of self-control and maturity. This can potentially have a negative impact on the court as a whole and damage the public’s trust in the judiciary.
A snowflake judge just what we need ????
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In contrast, Justice Clarence Thomas, who has been on the court for even longer, has emphasized the importance of collegiality and putting aside personal feelings. He stated that while they may have disagreements, they are still a family. This demonstrates a level of maturity and professionalism that is expected from a Supreme Court Justice.
Justice Sotomayor’s emotional outbursts and struggles to manage her emotions on the bench are concerning. As a Supreme Court Justice, she has a duty to uphold the law and be impartial, regardless of her personal beliefs. Her behavior raises doubts about her ability to perform her duties effectively, and it is imperative that she learns to separate her emotions