“Throughout his career, Justice Breyer has been a dedicated public servant who sought to understand how the law and it’s interpretation would impact rights and lives of everyday people. We thank Justice Breyer for his long and ongoing service to the nation on the Supreme Court and his leadership in deciding to retire at this critical moment in our nation’s history.
“President Biden has already expressed his desire to ensure the Court reflects the diversity of our nation, and we could not agree more. Of the 113 people who have served on the Supreme Court, only three of them have been persons of color, only four have been women, and only one has been a woman of color. More importantly, the shortlist of potential nominees are not only uniquely qualified to serve on the Court, but also have dedicated their lives to fighting for equal protection under the law for all.