Supreme Court Features Prominently in Election Year

The Takeaway

In the run-up to this years presidential election, campaign speeches, political analysis, and polls always dominate the headlines. But this year, the Supreme Court will be making big news too. With major rulings expected on President Obama’s health care law and SB1070, Arizona’s contentious immigration law, the Supreme Court’s positions are likely to sharply influence voter’s perceptions on the role of government. Amy Howe, editor of SCOTUSblog explains how the Supreme Court’s upcoming decisions could be game-changers this election.

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