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Charlie Brown Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Dec-19-05 01:51 PM
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Stevens celebrates 30 years on High Court
http://www.ajc.com/news/content/shared-gen/ap/US_Supreme_Court/Scotus_Stevens_Anniversary.html

WASHINGTON — Forgive Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens if he appears a bit old-fashioned. He plays in bridge tournaments, is a fan of Perry Mason and considers Babe Ruth one of his heroes.

He wears bow ties, won a Bronze Star in World War II and enjoys reading biographies.

The high court's senior member also feels comfortable in front of a computer and is known to be a feisty opponent on the tennis court.

For Stevens, who turns 86 in April, Monday marks his 30th anniversary on the court.

There is no indication that Stevens, appointed by President Ford, appears ready to retire.

He sends e-mails, plays golf and tennis and his clout shows in recent rulings in capital punishment, land takings and gay rights. Once nicknamed "maverick" for his many dissents, Stevens in recent years has become an effective coalition builder
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