Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Criticized For Role As Public Defender

The transcript discusses Ketanji Brown Jackson's work as a public defender and her confirmation hearing for the Supreme Court. It highlights the debate over her role, with some viewing it as a liability and others defending it as essential for upholding constitutional values. Jackson's unique qualifications, including her experience on the US Sentencing Commission, are noted. Criticism of her sentencing record is addressed, with arguments that it does not indicate political bias. Her likely confirmation would be historic, as she would be the only current justice with public defender experience.

What did Amy Fettig say about the role of public defenders in the context of government abuse?

What historic significance would Jackson's confirmation hold for public defenders?