I think the court system is better at protecting individuals because it’s more focused on interpreting the Constitution and protecting rights, instead of worrying about politics or public opinion. According to the Judicial Learning Center, federal courts specifically deal with cases involving constitutional rights such as freedom of speech and equal protection. Elected officials, like Congress or the President, might make decisions based on what voters want, even if it limits certain rights. For example, if a law was passed that restricted free speech, the courts could step in and declare it unconstitutional. That shows how courts act as a check on the other branches and protect individuals even when it’s not popular. I wouldn’t say the Supreme Court of the United States is anti-democratic, but I understand others reasoning in believing. Judges aren’t elected, so they don’t directly represent the people. But I think that’s actually the point. Since they aren’t worried about elections, they can make decisions based on the law instead of what’s popular. Appointing judges helps keep the system more stable and protects minority rights. So even though it seems less democratic, it’s meant to balance out the system and make sure decisions are based on the Constitution.