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leftstreet

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12. I think his legacy matters to him

Reply to DFW (Reply #7)

Wed Mar 23, 2022, 06:01 PM

Mar 2022

I don't really know, just a hunch

The SC has become more visible under his watch, and not necessarily in a good way. Kavanaugh's antics grabbed headlines and clicks, and more people are now debating and meme-making this relatively mysterious and allegedly lofty organization.

I agree he'd see a chance to be a swing vote and influence his legacy

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