History has been made in the US Supreme Court as Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is confirmed as the first Black female justice
“Like so many of you, I can’t help but feel a sense of pride — a sense of joy — to know that this deserving, accomplished Black woman will be a part of the highest court in the land.”
Senator Cory Booker, an outspoken supporter of Judge Jackson’s wrote: “Let us rejoice! Ketanji Brown Jackson will be America’s next Supreme Court Justice.” Hilary Clinton stressed the importance of the historic moment, writing: “Without the commitment of voters and organizers to take back the Senate and White House, this historic moment might not have happened.As The Guardian notes, at 51, Judge Jackson is young enough to serve on the court for decades. Her ascension, however, will do little to tilt the ideological balance of the high court, dominated by a 6-3 conservative majority.
Actor Viola Davis shared her well-wishes for Judge Jackson, writing: “Congratulations Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson!!! You have made history!” Sign up for the latest news and must-read features from Stylist, so you don't miss out on the conversation.
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