Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
Does it matter if a Supreme Court justice is a woman or a man? What role should race, religion, or sexuality play in their selection? For at least 100 years, these characteristics have — subtly or overtly — played a role in the confirmation process. As the Senate prepares for hearings on President Obama’s latest nominee, Elena Kagan, we’ll explore the history and how these issues affect the justices once they’re on the bench.
Guests
- Lucas A. Powe, Jr. Anne Green Regents Chair in Law and Professor of Government, University of Texas School of Law
- Barbara Perry Professor of Government, Sweet Briar College; Author, "A 'Representative' Supreme Court?: The Impact of Race, Religion, and Gender on Appointments"
- Amy Howe Editor, Scotusblog
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