
Advisory Opinions Justice Alito’s Next Moves
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Feb 19, 2026 Live from SMU, they speculate on Justice Alito’s timing and who might replace him. They map potential nominees from circuit stars to outsider picks and discuss the rise of FedSoc versus liberal alternatives. A court ruling on AI chats and attorney-client privilege sparks debate about when using public AI waives confidentiality. Plus a quirky legal suit and audience questions keep things lively.
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Clerk Networks Matter
- Clerk networks shape judicial careers and future Supreme Court picks.
- Sarah highlights the influence of clerk
Why ACS Struggles To Counter FedSoc
- The American Constitution Society has struggled to mirror the Federalist Society's organizing power.
- ACS lacks a concise, public-facing jurisprudential alternative that rallies students similarly to originalism.
Why Originalism Resonates
- The Federalist Society succeeded by combining debate, social cohesion, and a simple originalist message.
- Originalism's emphasis on text fit public intuitions about law, aiding FedSoc's growth.



