Amy Coney Barrett confirmed as Democrats warn of affront to democracy – live
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Nan Aron, president of the progressive Alliance for Justice, said Barrett’s confirmation “cemented” a “conservative takeover of the supreme court”.
“They have lied, cheated, and compromised democracy,” Aron said. Continue reading...