make a disscussion response to this post 200 1. Yes, it makes sense for appointed The Supreme Court judges to make these politically sensitive decisions. Even though the judges are appointed by the government, they are supposed function outside of any political influence. The decisions are based on laws and precedents, not the agenda of politicians or the current social environment. 2. The pros and cons of the Supreme Court judges making the politically sensitive decisions. Pros: The Supreme Court judges are considered the best in their field and have several years of practicing law. Decisions are based on precedents and knowledge of the law. They follow code of conduct and ethics for each judge, such as the Judges Act and the Ethical Principles for Judges. Cons: Decisions are based on the interpretation of the law. Limited number of judges in the decisions The pros and cons of the elected legislature making the politically sensitive decisions Pros: A larger number of people that can debate the law and help form the decisions. Whereas there is a limited number of judges. Parliamentary supremacy, the ability of legislature to override a judge made law but with in the limits of the Constitution Act of 1982. Cons: Most elected politicians do not have the education or experience in law to be an effective decision maker. It is possible that the best interests of Canada will not be taken in consideration but only the newest social outcry that got them elected. 3