– Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas under scrutiny due to friendship with property mogul Harlan Crow.
– Justice Samuel Alito’s luxury expeditions with Paul Singer raise ethical questions.
– The man behind the Supreme Court’s conservative majority, Leonard, is less recognized.
Missouri’s Supreme Court Ties with Moneyed Interests
The Supreme Court’s air of neutrality is under review as high-profile friendships and expensive trips taken by justices have come under scrutiny. Justice Clarence Thomas, for instance, has a well-documented relationship with real estate tycoon Harlan Crow. Meanwhile, Justice Samuel Alito’s penchant for lavish trips with billionaire Paul Singer has also raised eyebrows. These connections provoke questions about the possible influences on the Supreme Court and the ethical boundaries that justices should maintain.
But there’s another string-puller behind the scenes—Leonard, a less-public figure, yet a critical player behind the right-leaning supermajority in the Supreme Court.
The Enigma: Leonard
Little has been said about “Leonard,” a discreet but powerful figure behind the Supreme Court’s conservative majority. Leonard stands as an influential entity in the Supreme Court politicking, despite not wearing robes or wielding a gavel. The story of Leonard’s influence over the Supreme Court is still unwritten, and that raises questions about transparency, control, and the weight of unelected individuals in driving the narrative of the highest judiciary body in the land.
The Breezy Take
Somewhere between the opulent travels and high-profile friendships of Supreme Court justices, we stumble upon the lesser-known Leonard—a significant force behind the conservative majority. It’s a fascinating weave of relationships that dictate the judicial landscape, casting shadows on the Supreme Court’s perceived impartiality. These instances highlight the intricate and often opaque connections between power, influence, and the law, prompting a much-needed rethink of ethical boundaries and the transparency of the judiciary.
Original article: https://missouriindependent.com/2023/10/13/we-dont-talk-about-leonard-the-man-behind-the-rights-supreme-court-supermajority/