Summary

The book begins with a preface in which the authors—Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik—briefly introduces themselves and the book’s subject, Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Carmon and Knizhnik have done extensive research into Ginsburg’s life, and they have also interviewed her directly. The book itself focuses on Ginsburg’s extraordinary life and accomplishments. Chapter 1 begins on June 25, 2013. The Supreme Court ruled on the case of Shelby County v. Holder. The outcome disastrously struck down integral elements of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Ginsburg read her dissenting opinion in the court, articulating the ways in which this court decision would likely lead to massive voter suppression against poor and non-white Americans. Ginsburg’s eloquent dissent suddenly increased her status in popular culture. The book includes some examples of tributes to her, including art, tattoos, and television portrayals. ‘Notorious RBG’ became a popular nickname...