Justice Amy Coney Barrett

Bari Weiss interviews Justice Amy Coney Barrett live at Lincoln Center, focusing on her book "Listening to the Law," her confirmation process, and her approach to interpreting the Constitution. They discuss key cases like Dobbs, birthright citizenship, and Trump v. Casso, as well as the role of precedent, public opinion, and personal beliefs in judicial decision-making. Justice Barrett addresses criticisms of her perceived political leanings and emphasizes the importance of institutional trust, respectful disagreement, and modeling positive relationships in a polarized society. The conversation also touches on her personal life, including her family and faith, and concludes with a lightning round of questions.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction and Personal Life

Part 2: Judicial Philosophy and Key Cases

Part 3: Independence, Trust, and Personal Reflections

Part 4: Conclusion

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Honestly with Bari Weiss

Part 1: Introduction and Personal Life

Introduction to Amy Coney Barrett and Her Impact on the Supreme Court

The Personal Side of Justice Barrett: Family, Faith, and the Decision to Serve

Confirmation Hearings, Criticism, and the Nature of American Identity

Part 2: Judicial Philosophy and Key Cases

The Role of a Judge, Personal Convictions, and the Dobbs Decision

The Dobbs Leak, Other Pivotal Cases, and Presidential Immunity

The Shadow Docket, Nationwide Injunctions, and Judicial Philosophy

Part 3: Independence, Trust, and Personal Reflections

Criticism, Independence, and the Court's Role in a Divided America

Institutional Trust, Political Violence, and Seeking Common Ground

Balancing Family and Career, Lightning Round, and Closing Thoughts

Part 4: Conclusion

Final Remarks and Invitation to Engage

Justice Amy Coney Barrett

Honestly with Bari Weiss

Part 1: Introduction and Personal Life

00:00Introduction to Amy Coney Barrett and Her Impact on the Supreme Court

Introduction to Amy Coney Barrett and Her Impact on the Supreme Court

04:48The Personal Side of Justice Barrett: Family, Faith, and the Decision to Serve

The Personal Side of Justice Barrett: Family, Faith, and the Decision to Serve

15:30Confirmation Hearings, Criticism, and the Nature of American Identity

Confirmation Hearings, Criticism, and the Nature of American Identity

Part 2: Judicial Philosophy and Key Cases

26:58The Role of a Judge, Personal Convictions, and the Dobbs Decision

The Role of a Judge, Personal Convictions, and the Dobbs Decision

37:34The Dobbs Leak, Other Pivotal Cases, and Presidential Immunity

The Dobbs Leak, Other Pivotal Cases, and Presidential Immunity

45:41The Shadow Docket, Nationwide Injunctions, and Judicial Philosophy

The Shadow Docket, Nationwide Injunctions, and Judicial Philosophy

Part 3: Independence, Trust, and Personal Reflections

53:20Criticism, Independence, and the Court's Role in a Divided America

Criticism, Independence, and the Court's Role in a Divided America

1:04:44Institutional Trust, Political Violence, and Seeking Common Ground

Institutional Trust, Political Violence, and Seeking Common Ground

1:13:40Balancing Family and Career, Lightning Round, and Closing Thoughts

Balancing Family and Career, Lightning Round, and Closing Thoughts

Part 4: Conclusion

1:20:18Final Remarks and Invitation to Engage

Final Remarks and Invitation to Engage