WASHINGTON—Admitting that he had never been more conflicted about a ruling in his life, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was reportedly torn Monday over a case in which both sides offered compelling scuba trips. “While there’s a strong historical precedent for a lavish excursion to Bali, the plaintiff has instead…
  • TheGoldenGod@lemmy.worldEnglish
    25·
    5 months ago

    Which is sad, but should remind some people it was a similar situation regarding the French Revolution. The less you have, the less you have to lose.

    • j4k3@lemmy.worldEnglish
      8·
      5 months ago

      The French lived in dense areas with power centers nearby. We live in endless sprawl with a need to mobilize the guillotine, while our houses are made of artillery target toothpicks for a reason.