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Judge James C. Ho on Justice Thomas and originalism: “Justice Thomas’s originalist vision for our Constitution has at least by some appearances begun to achieve widespread consensus. As well as it should. Because originalism shouldn’t be controversial. Originalism isn’t

Judge David R. Stras comments on the advice he received from Justice Thomas and the role of a judge: “I have always strived, as Justice Thomas instructed me that day, to be my own judge, but his guidance has become a part of who I am. One of the most important traits he imparted

Judge Neomi Rao on Justice Thomas’s constitutional philosophy and impact in the law: “Justice Thomas’ approach, the careful excavation and then exposition of the law, returns to a traditional way of thinking about law by explaining jurisprudential foundations and promoting

In recognition of Justice Thomas’ 30th anniversary on the Supreme Court, the Harvard Journal of Law & Public Policy published this symposium featuring articles by former clerks to Justice Thomas including Judge David Stras, Judge Neomi Rao, & Judge James Ho. Read more of their

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