Sandra Day O'Connor |
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| Author:
| De Capua, Sarah |
| Series title: | Leading Women Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7614-4961-4 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2013 |
| Publisher: | Cavendish Square Publishing LLC
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $42.64 |
Book Description:
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Appointed by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, Sandra Day O'Connor was the first woman to be appointed to the Supreme Court. This book celebrates the pioneering force Ms. O'Connor had during her service in the Supreme Court between 1981 - 2006. In 2009, her accomplishments were honored when President Obama presented her with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. A native Texan, Ms. O'Connor is considered to be a tough moderate conservative. This book examines all aspects of Sandra Day...
More DescriptionAppointed by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, Sandra Day O'Connor was the first woman to be appointed to the Supreme Court. This book celebrates the pioneering force Ms. O'Connor had during her service in the Supreme Court between 1981 - 2006. In 2009, her accomplishments were honored when President Obama presented her with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. A native Texan, Ms. O'Connor is considered to be a tough moderate conservative. This book examines all aspects of Sandra Day O'Connor's life including her childhood, education, and early influences. A timeline of events is included along with a glossary of terms which defines history-specific terms. This bright and engaging volume includes primary source photos, quote and excerpts which round out his must-have book about this highly important and worldly individual.