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Out of Order: Stories from the History of the Supreme Court

book by O’Connor [2012]

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"Out of Order: Stories from the History of the Supreme Court" is a book by Sandra Day O'Connor, published in 2013. It offers anecdotes and insights into the development and history of the Supreme Court of the United States. O'Connor, the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court, was an associate justice from 1981 to 2006. The book draws on her experiences and observations during her tenure, providing a unique perspective on the Court's workings and its historical trajectory. The Supreme Court itself serves as the ultimate court of appeal and interpreter of the U.S. Constitution, defining the boundaries of authority within the nation.12

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