John Marshall Harlan
American lawyer and Supreme Court Justice
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United States
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Served as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1877 to 1911. Promoted civil rights and civil liberties, particularly in cases concerning racial equality. Advocated for the desegregation of public facilities, opposing the majority opinion in Plessy v. Ferguson. Prior to Supreme Court service, held positions in local and state government including roles as a circuit court judge.
Authored a dissenting opinion in Plessy v. Ferguson
Supported civil rights cases during tenure
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