Justice Sandra Day O’Connor honored as an “American pioneer” at funeral

December 20, 2023 | News

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Washington — Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court, was honored at her funeral on Tuesday as a trailblazing jurist who served as a role model for millions by breaking down gender barriers for women across the legal profession.

O’Connor died in Phoenix on Dec. 1 at the age of 93. Until her retirement in 2006, O’Connor was the Supreme Court’s ideological center for more than two decades, providing the decisive vote in dozens of cases that influenced a wide swath of American life over her tenure.

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America250 In West Virginia

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday in West Virginia! There are lots of exciting ways to get involved all across the state — stay up-to-date on all the latest here.

WV News America’s 250 Essay Contest West Virginia students who have completed 8th grade through recent high school graduates are encouraged to enter this essay contest! Write about “What America means to me.” Submissions are due by June 24th, 2026. Click here for more information and to submit your essay.

WV Tourism America250 Events – Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the West Virginia State Capitol Complex on July 2-5. For more information about America250 events across the state, check out the WV Tourism website.

 

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