Poems and Thoughts    by Frank Maurer

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A Tribute to Sandra Day O'Connor. Sandra Day O'Connor died today at 93. She was the first woman on the US Supreme Court (1981). She was a role model for an ever-increasing Number of young women entering the law. She championed women, generally, towards greater rights. She encouraged a mood of tolerance and moderation on the Court. Her influence on society will remain for many years; However, with the now conservative Court, Much of what she attempted to mediate there Is sadly now, at present, lost in this new intolerant era. Frank Maurer 1 December 2023 0900 Hours.