"In fact, corporate and union moneys go overwhelmingly to incumbents, so limiting that money, as Congress did in the campaign finance law, may be the single most self-denying thing that Congress has ever done."
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Elena Kagan, born on April 28, 1960, in New York City, is a prominent figure in American jurisprudence, serving as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court since 2010. A graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School, her legal career includes roles as the first female dean of Harvard Law School and solicitor general of the United States. Known for her keen intellect and pragmatic approach, Kagan has made significant contributions to the Court, shaping pivotal decisions and advancing civil rights during her tenure.
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"The Supreme Court, of course, has the responsibility of ensuring that our government never oversteps its proper bounds or violates the rights of individuals. But the Court must also recognize the limits on itself and respect the choices made by the American people."
Elena Kagan"I've led a school whose faculty and students examine and discuss and debate every aspect of our law and legal system. And what I've learned most is that no one has a monopoly on truth or wisdom. I've learned that we make progress by listening to each other, across every apparent political or ideological divide."
Elena Kagan