The NPR Politics Podcast Ketanji Brown Jackson Is The First Black Woman Nominated To The Supreme Court
Feb 25, 2022
Ketanji Brown Jackson's historic nomination as the first Black woman for the Supreme Court is explored, highlighting her unique background as a public defender. The podcast delves into the challenges she may face during the confirmation process and her bipartisan support. Additionally, it analyzes the troubling approval ratings for President Biden, with significant discontent among independent voters. The conversation also lightens up with a humorous tale about Hank the bear, making for a delightful mix of politics and whimsy.
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Jackson's Diverse Background
- Ketanji Brown Jackson has a diverse background, including experience as a public defender and on the U.S. Sentencing Commission.
- She clerked for Justice Breyer, whom she may replace, and is the first nominee since Thurgood Marshall with experience representing indigent defendants.
Impact of Public Defender Experience
- Jackson's background as a public defender may influence her judging, potentially leading to shorter sentences.
- Research suggests that judges with such experience tend to be less inclined towards incarceration.
Anticipated Senate Questioning
- Ketanji Brown Jackson can expect tough questions from Republican senators, particularly regarding her representation of Guantanamo detainees.
- She deftly handled similar questions during her Court of Appeals confirmation.