Letters: Invented emergencies shroud Supreme Court in secrecy
Briefly

The Supreme Court's recent rulings on emergencies fail to meet established criteria, as true emergencies should pose the risk of irreparable harm requiring immediate action. This misrepresentation keeps the public unaware of justices' decisions and the evidence used to classify issues as emergencies. Meanwhile, some justices remain committed to their oaths to the Constitution despite pressures to conform. In contrast, Hawaii’s effective siren system contrasts sharply with Texas officials' failure to prioritize warning systems in flood-prone areas. Additionally, the emergence of masked ICE agents raises ethical questions about their authority and anonymity in enforcement.
True emergencies require an immediate response to irreparable harm, yet recent Supreme Court rulings misrepresent such situations and obscure justices' voting.
Courageous justices resist the pressure to follow along with sham emergencies, while others prioritize campaign promises over their constitutional oaths.
In Hawaii, residents are prepared for natural disasters with a tested warning siren system, unlike areas in Texas suffering from neglect regarding alert systems.
The appearance of masked ICE agents raises concerns about their origins and the implications of employing faceless individuals in law enforcement.
Read at The Mercury News
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