Caroline Duby Glassman
American lawyer and jurist
Born
September 13th, 1922
102 years ago
Died
July 10th, 2013
11 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Graduated from Smith College and received a law degree from the University of Michigan. Served as a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut. Appointed by President Ronald Reagan, Glassman focused on civil rights and served in various legal capacities before her judgeship.
Served as a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut
Focused on civil rights during judicial tenure
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