All of the [abortion] restrictions that we see in states like Texas, operate only against poor women.
Show Notes
As the second female justice confirmed to the US Supreme Court, Ruth Bader Ginsburg says her experiences as a female give her a unique perspective her male colleagues don’t share. In this episode, Justice Ginsburg talks about her relationships with Justices Sandra Day O’Connor and the late Antonin Scalia. She also explains what it’s like to work with newly-elected Justice Neil Gorsuch. Her discussion with the Aspen Wye Fellows, also touches on her book "My Own Words." Ginsburg is interviewed by Elliot Gerson, executive vice president of policy and public programs at the Aspen Institute.
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