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Justice Matters: Senate Should Confirm Judge Sonia Sotomayor
Women and their families are deeply affected by Supreme Court decisions, which shape many aspects of our lives. These rulings can protect or deny our right to privacy and reproductive choice.
Statement of Opposition on the Nomination of Judge Samuel Alito
“Good morning. I am Debra L. Ness, President of the National Partnership for Women & Families. We are a national advocacy organization that, for more than three decades, has broken new ground on issues that are vitally important to America’s women and families.
NP Report: Robert's Record on Issues Important to Women & Families
For more than 30 years, the National Partnership for Women & Families has been changing the world in ways that make life better for women and their families. From outlawing sexual harassment to prohibiting pregnancy discrimination to giving 50 million Americans family and medical leave, the National Partnership has fought for every major policy advance for women and families in the last three decades.
Fact Sheet on John Roberts and Women
The more Americans learn about John Roberts, the clearer it becomes that his views are far outside the mainstream. Repeatedly, John Roberts has expressed a narrow and regressive view of laws protecting women’s rights and civil rights.
Deja Vu All Over Again: Re-nomination of Controversial Nominees
The start of each new Congress and Administration provides an opportunity for a fresh start and a fresh approach to critical issues facing our nation. Nowhere is this opportunity more sorely needed than with judicial nominations.
Coalition Letter Opposing Nomination of D. Michael Fisher
We the undersigned women’s rights, civil rights, and human rights organizations write to express our strong opposition to the confirmation of D. Michael Fisher to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.
Statement of Opposition on the Nomination of Priscilla Owen
The National Partnership for Women & Families strongly opposes the nomination of Texas Supreme Court Justice Priscilla Owen to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
Who's the Judge: Why Women Should Care About Judicial Appointments
Judges are charged with the responsibility to interpret and help administer our nation’s laws. Judges’ decisions govern our lives in many areas, such as the question of when women may bring suit to challenge and change unequal pay practices, and whether health plans and providers impermissibly discriminate against women when they refuse to cover or offer certain reproductive health services.
Overview of Judge Terrence Boyle's Judicial Record
The National Partnership for Women & Families strongly opposes the nomination of Judge Terrence Boyle to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Overview of Judge Prascilla Owen's Judicial Record
The National Partnership for Women & Families strongly opposes the nomination of Texas Supreme Court Justice Priscilla Owen to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
On the Merits: The Records of Janice Rogers Brown and Priscilla Owen
In the highly charged fight over judicial nominations, two female judicial nominees –Janice Rogers Brown, a California Supreme Court justice nominated to the DC Circuit Court of Appeals, and Priscilla Owen, a Texas Supreme Court justice nominated to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals – have taken center stage. While the headlines are likely to focus on their gender, it is not enough to simply nominate women; what matters most is their records.
On the Merits: Janice Rogers Brown’s Record
In the highly charged fight over judicial nominations, Janice Rogers Brown, a California Supreme Court justice nominated to the DC Circuit Court of Appeals, has taken center stage. While headlines are likely to focus on her gender, it is not enough to simply nominate a woman; what matters most is her record.
Executive Summary of Alito Report: Tipping the Balance
That is why the National Partnership for Women & Families looked closely at Judge Alito’s available record, examining his writings and opinions on a range of issues from employment to reproductive rights to affirmative action, and more.
Statement of Opposition on the Nomination of Janice Rogers Brown
The National Partnership for Women & Families opposes the nomination of Janice Rogers Brown to the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals.
Statement of Opposition on the Nomination of William Pryor
The National Partnership for Women & Families opposes the nomination of William Pryor to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Statement of Opposition on the Nomination of Charles W. Pickering
The National Partnership for Women & Families opposes the nomination of Charles W. Pickering to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
Statement of Opposition on the Nomination of William G. Myers III
The National Partnership for Women & Families opposes the nomination of William G. Myers III to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Statement of Opposition on the Nomination of Carolyn Kuhl
The National Partnership for Women & Families opposes the nomination of Carolyn B. Kuhl for a seat on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Letter Opposing Nomination of Thomas Griffith
The National Partnership for Women & Families (National Partnership) is writing in strong opposition to the nomination of Thomas Griffith to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. The National Partnership is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that uses public education and advocacy to promote fairness in the workplace, quality health care, and policies that help women and men meet the dual demands of work and family.
Statement on the Nomination of James Leon Holmes
The National Partnership for Women & Families opposes the nomination of James Leon Holmes to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas.
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