The Supreme Court's History of Firsts And What Happened After Them

The video discusses the nomination of the first black female Supreme Court Justice, highlighting historical precedents and the inevitable backlash faced by groundbreaking nominees. It covers past nominations, including Sandra Day O'Connor, Sonia Sotomayor, Louis Brandeis, and Thurgood Marshall, illustrating the challenges and prejudices they encountered. The video also examines public opinion on the current nomination, showing a divided response among Americans.

Discuss the historical context of backlash faced by nominees like Louis Brandeis and Thurgood Marshall.

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What do recent polls indicate about public opinion on the nomination of the first African American female Supreme Court Justice?

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