Hirono said, "Today is a historic day. For the first time in our country's history, an exceptionally qualified Black woman will serve on the Supreme Court—and the Court's decisions will be better as a result. Judge Jackson is a brilliant legal mind without an ideological axe to grind, and it is no surprise that she has received broad support across the political spectrum and across the country. Throughout the hearings, Judge Jackson displayed the intellect, integrity, and temperament necessary in a Supreme Court Justice.
Sen. Brian Schatz interviewed Jackson and voted for her to become an Association Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. She was confirmed on Thursday. Photo from Schatz |
On Wednesday, Hirono delivered remarks on the Senate floor in support of the nomination of Jackson. A link to download video of that speech is available here at https://www.hirono.senate.gov/news/press-releases/video-senator-hirono-lauds-judge-ketanji-brown-jacksons-historic-nomination-to-the-supreme-court-in-senate-floor-speech.
Schatz said, “Judge Jackson has the legal expertise, record of fairness, and extensive experience – both professional and personal – that will make her an excellent addition to the Supreme Court. Throughout her years of public service, she has demonstrated a dedication to the Constitution, including a strong commitment to equal justice under the law. It’s a record that’s earned her praise and respect from legal experts across the country and my support.
“As the first Black woman on the Supreme Court, Judge Jackson has made history and will help the Court better reflect the diversity of our country. I’m proud to have voted for her confirmation.”
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THE KOHALA CENTER IS HIRING A RURAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST, who will be responsible for supporting economic development in Hawai'i's rural areas in ways that strengthen the ecological, cultural, economic, and social well-being of the whole community. This includes indigenous economic frameworks "that recognize our communities not only comprise people, but also environmental kin, valuing outcomes of reciprocity and collective abundance." Visit The Kohala Center's Career Portal at https://kohalacenter.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=54bdd67c601f0c0d3ea430053&id=579fd5d144&e=0e3fe20c1f to review the full position description and to apply.
The Kohala Center has most recently supported Ka'u Coffee farmers in their quest to become land owners. Among its many program is the publication of its frequent Agricultural Resources Bulletin.See The Ka'u Calendar March edition at www.kaucalendar.com, on newsstands and in the mail. |
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