The Libertarian

The Libertarian: The Kennedy Conundrum

With retirement rumors swirling, how should we think about the legacy of Justice Anthony Kennedy?

The LibertarianJune 21, 2018
The Libertarian: The Kennedy Conundrum

As has become an annual tradition in the Trump era, the end of another Supreme Court session brings rumors of Justice Anthony Kennedy’s impending retirement. In this episode, Richard Epstein looks at Justice Kennedy’s legacy, considers whether lifetime terms on the Supreme Court are justified, and looks at the future of a post-Kennedy court.

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Richard A. Epstein

Richard A. Epstein

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