Consider This from NPR Ketanji Brown Jackson chronicles her path to the Supreme Court
Sep 3, 2024
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to serve on the court and author of 'Lovely One,' shares her inspiring journey. She discusses the challenges she faced during her confirmation hearing and the importance of her family in shaping her identity. Jackson reflects on navigating her professional and personal life, including her decision to embrace her natural hair as a symbol of authenticity. She also emphasizes empathy and resilience, all while honoring the legacy of her supportive grandmother.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Misspelled Note
- Ketanji Brown Jackson's grandmother left a misspelled note, which young Ketanji found amusing.
- Her mother's reaction taught her a valuable lesson about humility and empathy.
Daughter's Autism
- Justice Jackson's eldest daughter has an autism diagnosis, which the family has not publicly disclosed before.
- Her daughter encouraged her to accept the Supreme Court nomination and share their story.
Sisterlocks
- Juana Summers and Ketanji Brown Jackson discuss the challenges of Black women's hair in professional settings.
- Jackson shares her journey to embracing her natural hair with sisterlocks.
