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Episode 147: The Court Packing Crisis

Episode 147: The Court Packing Crisis

Update: 2024-06-28
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In 1937, American politics was gripped by President Roosevelt’s court packing plan. Frustrated with what he perceived to be an aging, obstructionist Supreme Court, Roosevelt pressed congress to expand the court from 9 to 15 members. Stepping into the ensuing maelstrom was Texas congressman Hatton Sumners, chair of the House judiciary committee, ally of Roosevelt […]
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Episode 147: The Court Packing Crisis

Episode 147: The Court Packing Crisis

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