Supreme Pressure: The Rejection of John J. Parker and Birth of the Modern Supreme Court Confirmation Process is available now! Get your copy today! Or request it at your local library! (Images via ChatGPT)
Beyond the Byline
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Thanks to my constant companions during my two book writing journeys.
Read about some of the main characters and themes in my upcoming book, Supreme Pressure: The Rejection of John J. Parker and the Birth of the Modern Supreme Court Confirmation Process.
No dollar coin? Might I make some suggestions?
December 17 has always been a difficult day for me ever since Bernie passed. Last year made it even harder.
In short: probably not.
But will it matter?