Precedent is only important (to Democrats) when it serves their aims. They have zero real regard for the concept, because they have only one governing principle: Democrats want it their way and don’t care how they get it. They are like a petulant child playing a board game. They are happy, cheerful players so long as they are winning. If not, they change the rules mid-game, and if that doesn’t work, they throw the board across the room in a huff.
I long ago realized it’s a one sided game. Conservatives can make well reasoned legal arguments based on law and precedent, but there is zero chance someone like Sotomayer will change her mind. Zero!
I always have been amazed that "Legal Precedent" is considered a pillar of truth and justice.
It's the philosophy that lies based on lies and injustice are just, because someone got away with it previously.