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Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s appointment to the Supreme Court represents a historic milestone in American legal history, marking the first time a Black woman has ascended to the nation’s highest court. This article chronicles Judge Jackson’s remarkable path, highlighting her significant achievements and the profound impact of her appointment. Early Life and Education: Foundations of…
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In a groundbreaking achievement for judicial history, Judge Jasmine Twitty became the youngest judge ever to be appointed in the United States, assuming her role as an Associate Judge of the municipal court for the city of Easley, SC at the age of 25. Subsequently, she was appointed as a municipal judge and lead judicial…
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In a historic move, the University of Florida (UF) Supreme Court has appointed Britney Deas as its first Black woman chief justice. At just 25 years old, Deas, a Haitian UF Levin College of Law student, has shattered barriers and made waves in her career path, marking a significant milestone for representation and diversity within…
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Kyra Harris Bolden has etched her name in history as the first Black woman appointed to the Michigan Supreme Court. Recently sworn in by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Bolden, at 34, succeeds Justice Bridget Mary McCormack, marking a significant milestone in Michigan’s legal landscape. Bolden draws motivation from her family’s tragic history; her great-grandfather was lynched…
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