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“I believe the two biggest mistakes made by the Founders were giving Federal judges life-time appointments and permitting them to be confirmed without the agreement of two-thirds of the members of the United States Senate.”

Quote by John Jay Hooker

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John Jay Hooker
John Jay Hooker

John Jay Hooker was an American attorney recognized for his contributions to civil rights and labor law. Born in 1930, he dedicated his professional life to advocating for the rights of African Americans and workers, particularly in the Southern United States. Hooker's legal practice included significant involvement in the civil rights movement, including participation in several high-profile cases. more

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