BAC Applauds Historic Confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the US Supreme Court

By a vote of 53–47, on April 7 the US Senate confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as the 116th justice of the US Supreme Court. BAC commends the Senate for voting to confirm Judge Jackson and applauds President Biden for nominating the first Black woman to serve on the highest court of the nation.

Judge Jackson is product of a public high school, a Harvard Law graduate, a former Supreme Court clerk, a federal public defender, and a Court of Appeals judge. Her work experience and professionalism prove that she is more than qualified for her seat on the bench. Throughout her career, Judge Jackson continues to demonstrate a steadfast commitment to equal justice under the law and impeccable leadership and ethics.

Judge Jackson has a strong legal track record of fighting for workers’ rights. A champion for working families, she will continue to defend and protect our rights, including the right to organize in the workplace.

The confirmation of Judge Jackson to the US Supreme Court is also a historic and long overdue milestone in the nation, paving the way for better equity, diversity, and inclusion in our justice system. Judge Jackson sets a fearless example for every person in North America and will continue to inspire our future generations.