In a shocking turn of events, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has abandoned his principles and joined the ranks of Democratic establishment leaders who are willing to sacrifice the Supreme Court to the radical left.
Shapiro's decision to call for "radical reform of the court" on the popular morning show "Morning Joe" has been met with disappointment from those who had hoped he would be a champion of moderation and a voice of caution within his party.
Shapiro's comments echo those of other court-packers who insist that the court is illegitimate and that it must be packed to ensure that the voices of the people are heard. However, this argument ignores the fact that the Supreme Court was never designed to be a direct reflection of public opinion, but rather a counter-majoritarian check on the people's impulse.
The Supreme Court was created to protect minority interests and to maintain a constitutional system that blunts popular impulse. It is a vital part of preventing our Republic from destroying itself, as the Framers sought to avoid a direct democratic system that had failed repeatedly in history.
Professors and pundits have been quietly urging a hostile takeover of the court for years, with some even advocating for a radical agenda to change the system to guarantee Republicans "will never win another election." Now, with the 250th anniversary of our Republic approaching, they are close to getting their way.
Figures like Senator Elizabeth Warren and former Obama Attorney General Eric Holder have been at the forefront of the push to pack the court. Warren has insisted that the court is illegitimate for rendering decisions against "widely held public opinion," while Holder has said that the goal is to acquire and use power if there is a Democratic trifecta in 2028.
Shapiro's decision to join these ranks is particularly disappointing, given his own experiences with antisemitism within his party. As a Jewish member of the Democratic Party, Shapiro could have been a powerful voice for moderation and restraint, but instead he has chosen to yield to the demands of the mob.
The consequences of Shapiro's actions will be severe. By abandoning the Supreme Court to the radical left, Shapiro is helping to pave the way for a hostile takeover that will fundamentally change our system of government. The court could well fall to this mad frenzy, but it will be preceded by the fall of figures like Shapiro who are deluding themselves into believing that they will be spared.
Shapiro's decision to offer up the Supreme Court is a betrayal of the trust placed in him as Governor of Pennsylvania. It is a betrayal of the principles of moderation and restraint that he once claimed to uphold. And it is a reminder that, in the end, those who are willing to sacrifice their principles to the mob will eventually be treated as reactionaries by the very people they are trying to enlist.
As Terry Malloy said in the classic movie "On the Waterfront," Shapiro could have had class, he could have been a contender, he could have been somebody. But instead, he has chosen to be just another bum in American politics.
It remains to be seen what the future holds for Shapiro and his colleagues, but one thing is certain: their actions will have far-reaching consequences for our country and our system of government.
The Supreme Court is a vital part of our Republic, and its independence is essential to our democracy. By sacrificing the court to the radical left, Shapiro and his colleagues are putting our entire system of government at risk.
It is time for Americans to wake up and realize the danger that Shapiro and his colleagues pose. It is time to stand up for the principles of moderation and restraint that have always defined our Republic.
As we approach the 250th anniversary of our Republic, we must remember the lessons of our history and the sacrifices of those who have come before us. We must stand strong against the forces of radicalism and extremism that seek to destroy our system of government and our way of life.
The future of our Republic is at stake, and it is up to us to ensure that it continues to thrive and prosper for generations to come.
