Casting aside longstanding precedent, the Court invents a constitutional right to avoid exposure to ‘subtle’ themes ‘contrary to the religious principles’ that parents wish to instill in their children.
Sotomayor criticized the Court for creating a new constitutional right limiting exposure to diverse themes.
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Books expressing implicit support for patriotism, women’s rights, interfaith marriage, consumption of meat, immodest dress, and countless other topics may conflict with sincerely held religious beliefs.
Suppose an executive order barred women from receiving unemployment benefits or black citizens from voting.
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