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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Retires
This video originally aired on
Friday, May 1, 2009
.
About This Video
During a press briefing at the White House, President Obama announces the retirement of U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter and discusses the process for selecting a Justice to replace him.
Discussion Questions
Who is David Souter? How long has he served as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice?
Explain the process of replacing a Supreme Court Justice. How is a candidate selected? Does he/she need to have judicial experience? Explain. How is the candidate approved?
Which article of the U.S. Constitution addresses the Judiciary? According to the Constitution, what requirements must a person meet to qualify as a Supreme Court Justice?
What are some of the qualities President Obama says he is looking for in a Supreme Court Justice? What is the rule of law? What qualities do you think a Supreme Court Justice should possess?
Keywords
JUDICIAL, Justices, U.S. Supreme Court
Related Subjects/Topics
The President
Separation of Powers
U.S. Constitution
U.S. Supreme Court
Speakers
White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs
President Barack Obama
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