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Across the country, rallies supporting or opposing various causes created both enthusiasm and skepticism. Some commentators viewed these gatherings as a form of political therapy—useful for morale but less effective for immediate vote shifts. The recent “No Kings” rally was described as peaceful but largely insular, a gathering of like-minded individuals more interested in expressing shared frustration than in mobilizing new voters.
Emerging Legal and Judicial Issues
The Supreme Court’s decision to consider whether individuals who smoke marijuana should be allowed to own guns exemplified ongoing battles over the Second Amendment. Sean opined that the court was likely to rule in favor of gun rights, reflecting a broader conservative tilt.