He is a frequent commentator on LGBTQ rights. On the surface, the case presents the clash of religious liberties and the rights of LGBTQ people. On its surface, this new case seems primed for the court to curtail LGBTQ rights in light of religious liberties. The characterization of this case as being about LGBTQ rights versus religious liberties, therefore, is too simplistic. We may not (yet) know Justice Barrett's views on LGBTQ rights, and the case may be unsatisfying to those on both sides of the issues.

Source: The Nation November 06, 2020 19:08 UTC