Topic: Joan Larson

2 chapters across the catalog

Two-way Sword
Episode 1097 10:24 - 18:03

1097: Two-way Sword

Supreme Court Candidates, Amy Coney Barrett and Joan Larson

Analysis of potential Supreme Court nominees focuses on Amy Coney Barrett and Joan Larson. Audio clips from confirmation hearings feature Barrett discussing the separation of personal faith from the law and Larson defining judicial independence under questioning by Chairman Chuck Grassley. Comparisons are made regarding their telegenic qualities, judicial experience, and public presentation styles.

Two-way Sword
Episode 1097 18:06 - 21:28

1097: Two-way Sword

Supreme Court Religious Diversity, Catholic and Jewish Justices

A critique of the religious composition of the Supreme Court highlights the predominance of Catholic and Jewish justices. Research into Joan Larson's religious affiliation yielded no definitive results, contrasting her with the staunchly Catholic Amy Coney Barrett. The segment also touches on the personal backgrounds and spouses of the potential nominees.