Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Criticizes Intellectuals and Progressivism
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas delivered a speech at the University of Texas at Austin Law School, where he criticized intellectuals and progressivism, labeling them as threats to the foundational principles of the United States. Thomas, who is 77 years old, expressed concerns about the nation's colleges and universities, accusing them of allowing founding values to fall out of favor. He argued that progressivism seeks to replace the basic premises of the Declaration of Independence, suggesting that rights and dignities come from government rather than God. His remarks were broadcast live on C-SPAN and received mixed reactions, including applause and protests from the audience. Thomas's comments come amid speculation about his future on the Supreme Court, fueled by President Trump's suggestion that Thomas and fellow Justice Samuel Alito might consider retirement due to their age. 
