The Supreme Court
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The Supreme Court
I had not realized this, but six Presidents named Justices to the Supreme Court as true "lame ducks," making the nomination after their successors had been elected. For example, perhaps you've heard of Chief Justice John Marshall. --Bob
"Question with boldness even the existence of a God; because, if there be one, he must more approve of the homage of reason than that of blindfolded fear." Thomas Jefferson