The Battle for the Court Begins ; O'connor Sets Fierce Struggle, Opening First Bush Vacancy

The Washington Times › July 03, 2005

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Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman on the Supreme Court, resigned yesterday, setting the stage for a fierce battle over who will succeed her.

President Bush praised Justice O'Connor as a "discerning and conscientious judge" and vowed to offer a nominee who "will faithfully interpret the Constitution." The White House said it would not offer a candidate until after Mr. Bush returns from Europe on July 8.

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The Battle for the Court Begins ; O'connor Sets Fierce Struggle, Opening First Bush Vacancy

While her retirement leaves Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a liberal appointed by President Clinton, the lone woman on the court, few names mentioned have been those of women. Among the most mentioned are Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales, thought to be a pa...

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