Elena Kagan Becomes 4th Female Justice, 8th Jewish Justice

The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle would like to congratulate Solicitor General Elena Kagan on her Senate confirmation to the United States Supreme Court. She brings with her unique personal and professional qualifications as a consensus builder and a deep commitment to upholding our constitutional values. We are particularly proud to see a member of our Jewish community rise to such an important position, being just the fourth female justice and eighth Jewish justice in Supreme Court history. We also take note that her confirmation marks a historic moment; for the first time ever, three women are seated on the Court at the same time.