A conservative judge appointed to the Supreme Court by a Republican president is most likely to become more liberal if __________.

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A conservative judge appointed by a Republican president is less likely to shift their ideological views if a Democrat becomes president or if the Court already has a conservative majority. However, if they begin to worry that the Court's decisions are too narrow (such as limiting civil liberties or restricted access to abortion), they may become more liberal in their rulings. Additionally, public opinion may play a role in their decision-making, but it is unlikely to be the sole factor.

A Conservative Judge Appointed to the Supreme Court by a Republican