The constitutional process required for Sonia Sotomayor to become a Supreme Court justice

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After reading the scenario, please respond to A, B, and C below. Referencing the scenario, describe the constitutional process required for Sonia Sotomayor to become a Supreme Court justice following her nomination and explain how this process demonstrates Madison’s intent in Federalist 51.

  1. In the context of the scenario, explain how President Obama’s choice of Sotomayor could advance his agenda.
  2. Describe the purpose of President Obama’s statement about the qualities of a justice, and explain how this affects the actions of Congress.

 

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