The Supreme Court

The Supreme Court stands firm as The United States' largest and most definitive legislative power. Washington decreed the first supreme court would consist of six justices and would hear the nation's greatest figurehead in what would become the American judicial branch. The court has since then been tasked with hearing extremely trying cases that would result in fundamental changes to the nation's framework. Today, the supreme court serves as the paramount legislative body capable of crafting or destroying judgments that singlehandedly direct the nation's direction in social, legislative, and economic matters. A few things that I found interesting that I had no idea about was that one, the first supreme court meeting was postponed due to transportation issues! Such modern problems root all the way back to the 18th century. Second, originally, the court was housed in the capitol building. While these are trivial observations, it is rather comical to reflect on the most powerful lawmaking body being seemingly treated as an after-thought back in the beginning stages of the nation's formation. The supreme court's judicial hearings are responsible for some of the most pertinent political issues of modern day. Whether that be Roe v. Wade, Brown v. Board of Education, or Obergefell v. Hodges which deal with abortion, integration in public schools, or same-sex marriage legalization respectively. I have a bit more of a firm respect for the body itself as it truly is the most important body within the three branches of American government. Their efforts have brought about some of the most progressive changes in American history and stand as what keeps America fair. While many will say America is not necessarily fair, they hear thousands of cases annually and do practice objective judgements in their hearings.

https://www.supremecourt.gov/