On Wednesday, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@AOC) took to Twitter to express her displeasure with the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS), writing, “Out of 9 justices, 3 were appointed by a man who tried to overthrow the US government (& elected via minority). These 3 judges will decide if the US can force people to have babies against their wishes. Legitimacy depends on the consent of those governed. “They are destroying it.”

It wasn’t the first time that a Democrat had publicly expressed dissatisfaction with the court. Numerous other lawmakers have been equally vocal across social media after the highest court in the land heard nearly two hours of arguments in the legal battle involving a Mississippi law that would prohibit abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy – and which could conflict with past decisions on the abortion.

Although it may be several months before the court announces its decision in Dobbs. Jackson Women’s Health case, which could overturn Roe V. Wade, hundreds of thousands have posted comments to social media on Thursday to voice their opinion.

Twitter’s most serious discussion?

While it’s not uncommon for celebrity news and sporting events to be the subject of a large response on social media platforms, the topic of Supreme Court received nearly 400,000 tweets Thursday morning. This may indicate that the topic is becoming a serious trend. It’s likely to be the topic that has received most attention on Twitter for SCOTUS.

Scott Talan (assistant professor, School of Communication, American University, Washington, D.C.) stated that this is a series of issues being considered before a serious body.

Talan stated, “This is why social media serves a purpose in today’s world. It provides an open platform where everyone can voice their opinion and make their points.” The Supreme Court doesn’t permit cameras to be filmed during proceedings. This makes it a little mysterious. The decisions we make affect us all are made by nine of our members, wearing black robes.

Today, it is not uncommon for social media users to stay in one camp. It’s unlikely that any side will ever change the minds of those who are on the other side. In this instance, however, it is possible for the social media voices to have an influence in other ways.

Talan said that “social media” is the most powerful form of democracy. Talan said that anyone can take part in discussions and exchange their thoughts. While only about 20 percent of the American population is actually on Twitter – so it has a poor margin for registered voters – it can still allow people to try and determine what topics via tweets have merit.”

Therefore, social media can be an effective platform to have meaningful discussions.

“Twitter can serve as a ‘public sphere’ where major public debates as well as quite …read more

Source:: Social Media Explorer

Author: Aaron