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I'm Black And I Was Adopted. Amy Coney Barrett Wants To Save My Life

Amy Barrett is not a name most women think about when they think about saving the lives of children born into poverty, but maybe they should start.

By Sharika Soal3 min read
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Amy Barrett’s name became a trending topic recently after the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, when she was named the top pick from a list of nominees created by President Trump. Barrett is presently serving as a Judge for the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, and, if she’s confirmed, she would become the fifth woman to serve on the Supreme Court, joining Elena Kagan, Sandra Day O’Connor, and Sonia Sotomayor.