Clarence Thomas

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larence Thomas is an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Born on June 23, 1948, in Pin Point, Georgia, Thomas grew up in the segregated South. He graduated from the College of the Holy Cross and Yale Law School before beginning a legal career that included roles in the Missouri Attorney General’s office, the U.S. Department of Education, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), where he served as chairman from 1982 to 1990.

In 1991, President George H. W. Bush nominated Thomas to the U.S. Supreme Court, where he was confirmed by the Senate in a 52-48 vote after a contentious confirmation process. He succeeded Justice Thurgood Marshall, becoming the second African American to serve on the Supreme Court. Since his appointment, Thomas has been known for his conservative approach to constitutional interpretation, frequently employing an originalist perspective, which focuses on the Constitution's meaning at the time it was written.

Thomas has participated in decisions related to a wide range of constitutional issues, including cases involving the Second Amendment, campaign finance, and federalism. He is known for his willingness to write separate opinions, either concurring or dissenting, to express his views on legal matters. In addition to his role on the court, Thomas has taught at various law schools and has published a memoir.