Fleshed out, these include political goods such as participation in the political process and freedom of speech and association; legal goods such as equal and non-discriminatory treatment of all people; material goods; and self-respect, the opportunity for every individual to lead a satisfying and worthy life.

courts offer the best hope to poor, powerless, and unorganized groups, those most often seeking significant social reform.

Unlike in other institutions, arguments cannot be ignored or dismissed without discussion.

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Winning court cases is, of course, the first step toward courts producing significant social reform. In order to maximize chances of winning, the rights constraint must be overcome.

"serves as a catalyst, not a usurper, of the legislative process"

self-respect

Americans want courts to protect minorities and defend liberties, and to defer to elected officials. We want arobust political life and one that is just.