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Unit 2 – Branches of Government
Topic 2.9
Why has the U.S. Supreme Court's lifetime appointment structure been sustained since inception?
It safeguards justices from external pressures and maintains judicial independence.
It ensures a constant number of justices on the bench.
It permits increased diversity among justices over time.
It guarantees a balance between experienced and new justices.
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AP US Government - 2.9 Legitimacy of the Judicial Branch
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