The phrase "Appeal to Heaven" is a reference to this passage from Locke's Second Treatise. It refers to the justification that an individual would give for using violence against the established government. An odd position for one of the 9 supposed guardians of the Constitution to take.

Not to mention the guy who is two slots away from the Presidency

Locke is saying "you need to try every possible earthly, non-violent mechanism at your disposal to try to remedy any grievances you might have with the standing gov't, but if you decide that's not working then you can always just start shooting (tho I don't advise that) and hope God's on your side."

remember how often leftists get mocked for using obscure references not easily recognized by ordinary people well it looks like we are not the only ones

Well, yes. But let's face it: Justice Alito has been taking some very odd positions for a guardian of the constitution for some time now.

I mean...I get the sentiment. I could even see it being necessary - required! - by the common man under a Trump dynasty. But for a SCOTUS justice, one of the most powerful people in our government, to lay claim to it? Absolute insanity. How do we remove him and Thomas?

Thanks prof...I just got smarter than I was ten minutes ago...