'Watch your step, concrete ceiling just shattered,' says AyannaPressley. 'Congratulations to the Honorable SUPREME. COURT. JUSTICE. Ketanji Brown Jackson. Now read that again.'
"At a time when the Supreme Court is preparing to make decisions on reproductive health, climate change, voting rights, and workers' rights, Justice Jackson's perspective has never been more necessary."Progressive politicians, activists, and advocacy groups on Thursday cheered as Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed to the United States Supreme Court, becoming the first Black woman and first public defender to serve on the nation's highest judicial body.
"The country saw her poise, grace, thoughtfulness, and brilliance as she handled every part of the confirmation process—including some outrageous attacks from Republican senators that damaged only their credibility, not hers," she added."She has shown what it means to rise above the nastiness and to bring her history as a judge and her experience as a Black woman to her jurisprudence. She rightfully has earned the admiration and respect of millions across the country.
"Her perspective as a public defender has long been missing from the court and denied influence across the judiciary, as has her real-world experience addressing racial injustices in sentencing," he continued."We must remember and redouble our commitment to redefining the role of judges and prosecutors across our country—to ensure they serve the people rather than serving corrupt interests and ensure they end racial injustice rather than exacerbating it.
"Justice Jackson has also ruled incarceration facilities must address the needs of every prisoner with a disability upon entry," the group added."As a public defender, Justice Jackson defended clients with mental health, intellectual, and developmental disabilities."that"we look forward to her continuing to advocate for people with disabilities on the highest court in the land.
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