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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch's 'My Life on the Bench': A Must-Read for Understanding the Current State of the Court

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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch Her Honor: My Life On The Bench What Works What S Broken And How To Change It

Her Honor: My Life on the Bench...What Works, What's Broken, and How to Change It

by LaDoris Hazzard Cordell

4.7 out of 5

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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch's new book, 'My Life on the Bench,' provides a unique and insightful look into the inner workings of the Court. Gorsuch shares his thoughts on the role of the Court, the importance of judicial independence, and the challenges facing the Court today.

Gorsuch begins the book by describing his journey to the Supreme Court. He was born in Denver, Colorado, in 1967. His father was a lawyer, and his mother was a teacher. Gorsuch attended Harvard College and Harvard Law School. After graduating from law school, he clerked for Judge David Sentelle of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and then for Justice Byron White of the Supreme Court.

In 2006, President George W. Bush appointed Gorsuch to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. Gorsuch served on the Tenth Circuit for 11 years. In 2017, President Donald Trump nominated Gorsuch to the Supreme Court. Gorsuch was confirmed by the Senate by a vote of 54-45.

In 'My Life on the Bench,' Gorsuch provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Supreme Court. He describes the Court's decision-making process, the relationships between the justices, and the challenges facing the Court today.

Gorsuch believes that the role of the Court is to interpret the Constitution and to apply it to the cases that come before it. He believes that the Court should not be a political body, but should instead be guided by the law.

Gorsuch also believes that judicial independence is essential to the Court's ability to function properly. He believes that the justices should be free from political pressure and should be able to make decisions based on their own best judgment.

Gorsuch acknowledges that the Court is facing a number of challenges today. One challenge is the increasing polarization of the American public. This polarization has made it more difficult for the Court to reach consensus on controversial issues.

Another challenge facing the Court is the rise of social media. Social media has made it easier for people to attack the Court and its decisions. This can make it difficult for the Court to maintain its legitimacy.

Despite the challenges, Gorsuch remains optimistic about the future of the Court. He believes that the Court is a strong institution that will continue to play a vital role in American society.

'My Life on the Bench' is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the current state of the Supreme Court. Gorsuch provides a unique and insightful perspective on the Court's history, its role in American society, and the challenges it faces today.

Her Honor: My Life on the Bench...What Works, What's Broken, and How to Change It

by LaDoris Hazzard Cordell

4.7 out of 5