Summary

Justice Samuel Alito, a self-described Originalist, has been criticized for allegedly disregarding the Constitution’s text when it conflicts with his personal views.

Recently, it emerged that Alito accepted a knighthood from a European order, despite the Constitution’s ban on foreign titles for U.S. officials.

This title, from the House of Bourbon–Two Sicilies, raises questions about Alito’s commitment to American democratic ideals, which the Framers aimed to protect from foreign influence.

Critics argue that Alito’s actions reflect hypocrisy in his supposed adherence to Originalism and constitutional principles.

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    1216 hours ago

    Pretty neat they could challenge the basis of government in a public forum without fear of retaliation tho.

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      15 hours ago

      Yeah it’s kinda wild. Almost like thats a protected right or something. It’d be a shame if someone wanted to take it away.