Ruth Bader Ginsburg, also known as RBG, led a life full of drive and passion for her work. Her dreams to change the world forever became a long-lived reality throughout her time in office. Not only was she a strong role model for so many men and women throughout our country, but she had proven herself as an icon in race and gender equality, civil rights and a representative of true feminism. 

On Sept. 18, 2020, the US began to mourn the loss of the legendary Supreme Court Justice, RBG. At 87 years young, she lost her battle with pancreatic cancer at her home in Washington, D.C. 

According to CNN, RBG began her political career as a law clerk for a judge in the US District Court, Southern District of New York in 1961. Later on, she became a professor for Columbia University School of Law. In 1980, she was appointed to the general council for the American Civil Liberties Union. Eventually, on Aug. 10, 1993, she was sworn in as Supreme Court Justice after being nominated by President Bill Clinton. 

During her time in office, she was most well-known for protecting women’s reproductive rights throughout many cases along with being a strong advocate for same-sex marriage. She even became the first Supreme Court Justice to officiate a same-sex marriage on Aug. 31, 2013. RBG was a powerful defendant of affirmative action and was very public with that passion in many interviews. She was loved by so many for doing more than anyone has ever done for gender equality in this country. Being known for her fierceness, strength and commitment towards preserving basic human rights for many, particularly for women, RBG is a name that will reign this country for decades. 

Prior to her passing, RBG’s last dying wish was for her seat on the Supreme Court to hold off on being appointed to someone new until after the upcoming presidential election, in hopes President Trump will no longer be in office.

“My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a new president is installed,” said RBG

However Trump has stated he has different plans. According to Independent, he has explained that he plans on announcing his nomination this Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020. 

“…it will be a woman, a very talented, very brilliant woman,” said Trump. This is a statement he gave in a rally in Fayetteville, N.C last Saturday night. 

The nation has been greatly impacted by the long and prosperous life of RBG and will forever be affected by this loss. As we continue to grieve, we must carry on her legacy of strength and resilience.