Clarence Thomas, at 77, has served on the Supreme Court for over 34 years, making him the longest-serving member. Robert Reich, a former US Secretary of Labor, argues that Thomas has surpassed Samuel Alito as the worst justice in modern history. In a recent speech at the University of Texas, Thomas condemned progressivism, linking it to totalitarian regimes and historical evils. Reich counters that the Progressive Era saved capitalism from its excesses through reforms like income tax and labor rights. He criticizes Thomas for ethical violations, including failing to disclose his wife Ginni's political activities and accepting undisclosed gifts from GOP donors. Reich concludes that Thomas's bias undermines the Court's impartiality.
