Anthony Kennedy

U.S. Supreme Court Justice with landmark opinions

Anthony Kennedy - U.S. Supreme Court Justice with landmark opinions
Born

July 23rd, 1936
89 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1988 until retirement in 2018. Appointed by President Ronald Reagan, contributed to key decisions on issues such as free speech, abortion, and same-sex marriage. Played a pivotal role in shaping modern constitutional law. Kennedy's opinions often reflected a centrist approach, influencing pivotal cases and establishing precedents that continue to affect American society.

Authored the majority opinion in Obergefell v. Hodges, legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide

Contributed to the decision in Citizens United v. FEC, impacting campaign financing

Wrote significant rulings on issues of free speech and abortion rights

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