Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Nevilledog

(55,137 posts)
Thu Oct 15, 2020, 05:32 PM Oct 2020

Upcoming SCOTUS Climate Case Involves Oil Giant That Employed Barrett's Father



Tweet text: Citizens for Ethics
@CREWcrew
Amy Coney Barrett Tuesday declared that she does not have firm views on the existence and threat of climate change. The court is preparing to hear a climate case involving fossil fuel giants, including Shell Oil, where her father spent much of his career.

Upcoming SCOTUS Climate Case Involves Oil Giant That Employed Barrett’s Father
Barrett told lawmakers she doesn’t have “firm views” on climate change. For decades, her father was a lawyer at Shell Oil, which now has a major climate case in front of the high court.
dailyposter.com
4 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Upcoming SCOTUS Climate Case Involves Oil Giant That Employed Barrett's Father (Original Post) Nevilledog Oct 2020 OP
Gee. leftieNanner Oct 2020 #1
"Under what circumstances WOULD you recuse yourself, Judge?" flibbitygiblets Oct 2020 #2
She'd say that she can't disclose that Bettie Oct 2020 #4
The last few days I've caught myself grumpyduck Oct 2020 #3

flibbitygiblets

(7,220 posts)
2. "Under what circumstances WOULD you recuse yourself, Judge?"
Thu Oct 15, 2020, 05:36 PM
Oct 2020

Has anyone asked that question yet?

Bettie

(19,880 posts)
4. She'd say that she can't disclose that
Thu Oct 15, 2020, 05:42 PM
Oct 2020

because that would be telling and she's not a tattletale!

Kick in to the DU tip jar?

This week we're running a special pop-up mini fund drive. From Monday through Friday we're going ad-free for all registered members, and we're asking you to kick in to the DU tip jar to support the site and keep us financially healthy.

As a bonus, making a contribution will allow you to leave kudos for another DU member, and at the end of the week we'll recognize the DUers who you think make this community great.

Tell me more...

Latest Discussions»General Discussion»Upcoming SCOTUS Climate C...