the swing justice

Anyone doubting, or wondering, about the importance of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's announced retirement, particularly for women's rights, would do well to start panicking now. Here's some good background reading from Salon.com to get you started. I'd also check out SFR's E Assata Wright's story on reproductive freedom for SFR. Other good resources include Slate's shortlist on possible replacements The The Washington Post probably has the best, or at least, thorough coverage at the moment. It's depressing.