Can You Unravel The Presidential Milestones That Made American History?
Who appointed a female Supreme Court Justice for the first time?
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According to the United States Supreme Court’s official website, Ronald Reagan kept a campaign promise to appoint a woman to the Supreme Court after Justice Potter Stewart retired in 1981. His nomination was Sandra Day O’Connor, who he described as a “person for all seasons.” Since she was unanimously confirmed by the Senate on September 21, it seems they agreed.
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Who appointed a female Supreme Court Justice for the first time?
- Jimmy Carter
- George H.W. Bush
- Bill Clinton
- Ronald Reagan
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