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Sandra Day O’Connor remembered as ‘the glue of this court’ by Sotomayor in ceremony
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Key FactsSandra Day O’Connor Honored at Supreme Court Ceremony
Dec 18, 2023 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Sotomayor called O’Connor the court’s glue and a moderate swing vote whose position often shaped its direction.
- All nine current justices, retired Justice Anthony Kennedy, and O’Connor’s family attended the private ceremony.
- O’Connor’s body remained in repose at the Supreme Court on Monday, where members of the public could pay respects.
- An invitation-only funeral service was scheduled for Tuesday at Washington National Cathedral.
I knew that Sandra would open the door for women in the law and serve as an inspiration to girls across the country.— Justice Sonia Sotomayor at the Supreme Court ceremony discussing Sandra Day O’Connor’s legacy.