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A brief biography of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to sit on the US Supreme Court.

This book presents the life and legacy of the first African American Supreme Court justice.

"Best-selling author, former executive editor of the New York Times, and self-confessed political junkie, Jill Abramson has written a detailed and fascinating book that explains how the highest court in the United States works, who gets to serve on it, which cases have had the greatest impact on the country, and why the US justice system is so vital to democracy"--

Examines the 1963 Supreme Court case that guarantees legal counsel to all who are accused of a felony.

Introduces the American court system and how the Supreme Court decides the constitutionality of laws.

"The Supreme Court serves as the final authority on the Constitution's meaning, giving it a crucial role in protecting individual rights. Its decisions can have an immediate effect on people's everyday lives"--

The Supreme Court has the incredible power to overturn unconstitutional injustices through its rulings, making it a vital check to the executive and legislative branches' powers. This information-rich book introduces readers to inner workings of this essential aspect of the United States government and uses historical and contemporary examples to explain complex issues. Readers will explore landmark decisions, such as Brown v. The Board of Education,...