‘Embodied the American dream’: Sandra Day O’Connor remembered at Supreme Court

Sandra Day O'Connor's former clerks and Justice Department officials gathered at the Supreme Court on Thursday for a formal memorial honoring the late justice, with Attorney General Pam Bondi telling the justices that O'Connor's life "embodied the American dream." O'Connor, the first woman appointed to the Supreme Court, was remembered as a barrier-breaking jurist who championed civics education and shaped legal precedent across decades of service. The tribute underscored her legacy as a pivotal figure in American jurisprudence who transcended partisan divides during her tenure. The memorial brought together those who worked closely with her to reflect on her influence both on the bench and in public advocacy for civic engagement after her retirement.