Summary
Former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, known for his pivotal role in major decisions, discussed his reluctance to be called a "swing vote" during an interview about his new memoir. The conversation focused on his experiences and thoughts on the Supreme Court's role.
Key Facts
- Anthony Kennedy served on the U.S. Supreme Court for about 30 years.
- He was often called a "swing vote" because his decisions could go either way in closely contested cases.
- Some major cases he influenced included topics like marriage equality and campaign finance.
- Kennedy retired from the Supreme Court in 2018.
- He recently released a memoir titled "Life, Law & Liberty."
- In an interview, Kennedy explained why he resisted the "swing vote" label even after retiring.
