Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme Court Justice
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Andrea Mangold
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme Court Justice
Let's learn about the Supreme Court and why Justice Ginsburg was important.
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The Supreme Court of the United States makes up one of the three branches of government.
Do you know which branch this is?
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The Supreme Court was created by the Founding Fathers so that no President or other politician can pass unjust laws on the American people.
Why do you think the Founding Fathers created a Supreme Court?
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The Supreme Court is made up of 9 judges, called "Justices," and their job is to interpret laws in the U.S. Constitution.
Why do you think there are 9 justices, and not 8 or 10?
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Justice Ginsburg made important decisions on behalf of women, the poor, and other groups that needed a voice.
Fun Fact: Justice Ginsburg would wear a "dissent collar," indicating she did not agree with a decision of the other Justices.
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Attended Harvard Law School
Nominated by President Bill Clinton
Mom of two, grandmother of four
Died at age 87
Nickname: Notorious R.B.G.
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