Meet the Justices!
Have you ever wondered who gets to decide all the really big and important legal issues in the United States? That very special job belongs to the nine Justices of the Supreme Court! The Supreme Court is the highest court in the entire country. That means the Justices have the final say on interpreting the Constitution and federal laws. Their rulings set major precedents that all other courts must follow. So who are these nine Justices that have such incredible power? They are brilliant legal minds nominated by the President and approved by the Senate. Once appointed, they serve on the Supreme Court for life until they retire. The Justices come from all different backgrounds – some used to be lawyers, judges, law professors or politicians. But they all have one thing in common – they are true experts on the Constitution and laws of the United States. When really tough cases reach the Supreme Court, it’s up to the nine Justices to carefully study the arguments from both sides. Then through lots of discussion and debate, they decide how the law should be interpreted and applied. From voting rights to freedom of speech to privacy issues, the Justices’ decisions impact the rights and liberties of every single American. That’s why they are some of the most important people in the entire nation! So let’s get to know these nine extraordinary Justices a little better. Learning about their lives, experiences and legal philosophies will help you understand how they approach the cases that shape our society.
Ketanji Brown Jackson
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Amy Coney Barrett
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Brett M. Kavanaugh
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Neil Gorsuch
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Elena Kagan
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Sonia Sotomayor
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