Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Justice Sonia Sotomayor
Feb 2, 2022
Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic justice on the Supreme Court and author of children's books, shares her journey from her immigrant roots to the highest court. She discusses her new book, Just Help!, emphasizing teamwork and resilience. The conversation highlights the evolution of collegiality among justices, the challenges of writing for young readers, and the lighter side of judicial life, all sprinkled with humor and personal anecdotes. Sotomayor reflects on the importance of connection amidst a virtual world and her hopes for a kinder future.
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Motorcycle Chase
- Sonia Sotomayor once chased counterfeiters on a motorcycle.
- She later admitted it wasn't the sanest thing she'd done.
The American Dream
- Sonia Sotomayor's mother immigrated to the US with little and became a nurse.
- Her children became a Supreme Court Justice and a doctor.
Early Challenges
- Sotomayor's mother worked hard, raising two children after her husband died.
- Sotomayor had childhood diabetes and needed injections.
