EMILYs List Statement on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Nomination to the Supreme Court

For Immediate Release
February 25, 2022

EMILYs List Statement on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Nomination to the Supreme Court

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, EMILYs List President Laphonza Butler offered the following statement on President Biden’s historic nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. 

“Today, President Biden fulfilled one of the most important roles of a president after a thorough search and nominated Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. Judge Jackson brings deep and extensive experience as a district court and federal appeals judge, a public defender, and a lawyer in the private sector, and has been confirmed by a bipartisan vote three times. One of the nation’s best legal minds, she is unquestionably qualified to serve, will bring a unique understanding of our judicial system, and will undoubtedly build a strong legacy on the court.

In the 232 years since the creation of the Supreme Court, only five women have ever been nominated and Judge Jackson is the first Black woman. When I think about the road Judge Jackson traveled to get here and the challenges she has faced, I can’t help but think about the countless women whose perspectives she will bring to this court and the role model she will be for generations of girls like my daughter. 

We are thrilled to support this history-making candidate who will protect our rights, freedom, and democracy in this critical role.”

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