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Kathryn interviews Nancy Scherer, author of Scoring Points: Politicians, Activists and the Lower Federal Court Appointment Process, who highlights the importance of diversity in courts, covering aspects like race, gender, and minority representation. The discussion also reveals the challenges faced in increasing diversity due to opposition regarding judges’ qualifications and education. However, research shows no significant difference in the quality of judges from top-ranked or lower-ranked law schools. Nancy emphasizes that a diverse judiciary better serves all Americans and should be a priority in future appointments.
The Jabot podcast is an offshoot of the Above the Law brand focused on the challenges women, people of color, LGBTQIA, and other diverse populations face in the legal industry. Our name comes from none other than the Notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the jabot (decorative collar) she wore when delivering dissents from the bench. It’s a reminder that even when we aren’t winning, we’re still a powerful force to be reckoned with.
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