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The late Supreme Court Justice was not always progressive, but the US is unquestionably a more equal, equitable country than it…
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How Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death could imperil American liberalism for a generation
Democrats might hold off a Trump nominee for Ginsburg's Supreme Court seat until the election – but will struggle thereafter.
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