Caroline Duby Glassman
American lawyer and jurist
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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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