Save the court: Supreme Court vacancies create double jeopardy for women

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The nomination of at least two justices to the Supreme Court, including the chief justice by the US President George W. Bush during his presidency in 2005 would create double jeopardy for women and girls. National Organization for Women (NOW) declared a state of emergency for women's rights with Justice Sandra O'Connor's July 1, 2005 resignation, however, when the nomination of John G. Roberts, Jr. was announced as her replacement, NOW opposed the nomination considering Robert's record on women's right.

O'Connor, Sandra Day

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Activists take to streets to oppose RobertsEs nomination

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A strong campaign led by NOW activists around the country where John G. Roberts was confirmed in a full Senate vote of 78-22 to become the Chief Justice of the United States. NOW still fight against the decision and trying to convince Sandra Day O'Connor to stay on the court if not she agrees, they press every senator to replace her with a justice who will guard their rights and liberties.

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Alito nomination sparks Supreme Court battle

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NOW members and volunteers organized a protest to demonstrate their staunch opposition in front of the Supreme Court for the nomination of Samuel Alito as Supreme Court judge. NOW urges their member to speak to their senators about the importance of confirming a justice who supports women's rights to this crucial swing seat than Alito.

Alito, Samuel A., Jr.

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