"The Constitution promises liberty to all within its reach, a liberty that includes certain specific rights that allow persons, within a lawful realm, to define and express their identity."
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About Anthony Kennedy
Anthony Kennedy was an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1988 until his retirement in 2018. Known for being a key swing vote on the Court, he often decided cases in a centrist manner. Kennedy was appointed by President Ronald Reagan after the failed nomination of Robert Bork. His judicial philosophy emphasized individual liberty, constitutional rights, and dignity. Throughout his career, he authored significant majority opinions on various contentious issues such as LGBTQ+ rights and abortion.
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