Instructions: The Supreme Court plays a vital role in shaping the laws that govern society, but the majority of the citizenry does not always share the opinions of the court. Discuss the implications on society when the Supreme Court's rulings are at odds with public opinion.

The Supreme Court plays a vital role in shaping the laws that govern society, yet its decisions do not always align with public opinion. Consider a recent or historic Supreme Court ruling that significantly diverged from public sentiment. In your response, discuss the reasons you chose this ruling and its significance.

• Consider reasons why the court's decision might not reflect the public view. What factors account for this divergence?

• Identify one case of a person or group that was impacted by this decision. You can draw from your personal network or use sources such as news articles, podcasts, documentaries, etc. Explain the impact of the ruling on this person or group.

• Conclude by reflecting on your personal stance. Do you believe it's essential for the court to align with public opinion? Why or why not?

The revised prompt allows students to choose a ruling/topic of interest to them, thus increasing their intrinsic motivation. It also asks them to bring in authentic experiences and people and to use other sources. Finally, it asks them their own opinion, making it less likely they'd want an AI tool to speak for them.