Reagan nominates Sandra Day O Connor to Supreme Court
President Reagan hurdles a GOP storm as he taps Arizona judge Sandra Day O Connor for the Supreme Court. Critics call it betrayal by anti abortion factions while feminists hail a milestone, and Senate judges pledge a careful, independent review of her record on abortion ERA and women’s rights.
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Prez taps Arizona judge for first woman on High Court
President Reagan nominates an Arizona appeals judge as the first woman to the Supreme Court. Planned Parenthood leader Faye Wattleton praised the pick, while Falwell and abortion foes vow to oppose. Theologian Harold O J Brown condemns Reagan as betrayed by pro life supporters.
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Solid record seals nod for Arizona judge
Sandra O Connor chosen as top candidate for the U S Supreme Court opening after a review of 20 to 25 names. Department sources cite her solid record as an Arizona state court judge and former legislator. They praise her restraint on the bench and unique experiences as a woman candidate.
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