Stench is an expose by David Brock that critiques the conservative influence on the Supreme Court, particularly focusing on Clarence Thomas. David Brock is a one-time conservative-turned Democratic activist. He explores the career paths of the current conservative members and alleges the Court reached its current composition through questionable means. Watershed events include Lewis Powell, Jr.’s 1971 memorandum, Robert Bork's failed appointment during the Reagan years, Clarence Thomas’s appointment by G.H.W. Bush, and the culmination of the Trump selections during his first administration brought us to the current state of constitutional crisis.