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Today in Supreme Court History: October 2, 1967

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Blackman, J. (2026, October 2). Today in Supreme Court History: October 2, 1967. Reason. https://reason.com/volokh/2026/10/02/today-in-supreme-court-history-october-2-1967-6/

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On October 2, 1967, Thurgood Marshall became the first African American Justice of the United States Supreme Court, marking a significant moment in the court's history. Nominated by President Lyndon B. Johnson and confirmed by the Senate, Marshall’s appointment was historic due to his extensive work on civil rights cases, including Brown v. Board of Education. His confirmation came during a time when racial tensions were high and marked progress in judicial representation for African Americans.

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