Many people ask why we follow Supreme Court rulings, especially since they argue that they never voted for this form of government. They point out that the U.S. Constitution does not explicitly state that the Supreme Court has the authority to interpret it. Historical examples include President Lincoln not adhering to the Supreme Court’s decision in the Dred Scott case and Governor Orval Faubus defying the Court’s ruling in Brown v. Board of Education. So, why do people follow Supreme Court rulings?

What value is there in the legitimacy of the court, a democratic society, or preventing anarchy if you never voted for this government?