Based on your examination of Justice Kennedy's opinion of the court, would you identify him as a practitioner of judicial activism or judicial restraint? Cite specific language in his opinion to support your position.

Justice Scalia did not vote with the majority; he justified his decision in a dissenting opinion. Based on your examination of Justice Scalia's opinion, would you identify him as a practitioner of judicial activism or judicial restraint? Cite specific language in his opinion to support your position.

In your view, should the Supreme Court justices factor into their decision on the juvenile death penalty today's standards of decency and even how other nations handle the issue? Explain and support your position.

In your view, what role should the Supreme Court play in the American political system? Should the justices practice judicial activism or judicial restraint? Explain and support your position.

Reflect carefully and honestly on this question: Was the preference you expressed for judicial activism or judicial restraint in question 4 influenced by your personal view of whether the juvenile death penalty is right or wrong? Explain and support.

(from Judicial activism vs. Judicial Restraint)