Fresh Air SCOTUS Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Gets Personal
Sep 4, 2024
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman on the court and author of the memoir "Lovely One," shares her inspirational journey. She discusses her teen years navigating predominantly white schools, the challenges of being a public defender, and the impact of her family's experiences on her legal perspectives. Jackson reflects on the complexities of balancing career and motherhood and the significance of hard work in achieving success. Personal anecdotes reveal the role of representation in justice and offer a glimpse into the human side of the judiciary.
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Plessy v. Ferguson
- Justice Jackson's memoir begins with Plessy v. Ferguson, a case upholding segregation.
- She was sworn in using Justice Harlan's Bible, who dissented in that case.
Presidential Immunity Concerns
- Granting immunity to presidents would carve out special procedures.
- This would undermine the principle of equal justice under law.
Vocal Presence
- Justice Jackson's vocal nature might stem from her experience as a sole judge.
- The court's current focus on core constitutional issues also contributes.