Conservative Victories in US Supreme Court Shape Pennsylvania's Fall Election

The conservative majority in the US Supreme Court has become a key issue in Pennsylvania's fall election, with the Democrat candidate for an open seat on the state's Supreme Court warning that the court poses a threat to federally protected rights. The campaign reflects the growing political polarization in the courts, as advocates on both sides recognize the importance of controlling the courts at every level. The dominant theme in this year's state Supreme Court contest is abortion rights, following the US Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. The Democrat candidate frequently targets the US Supreme Court in his campaign, while his Republican opponent accuses him of hypocrisy.