George Shiras, Jr.

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George Shiras, Jr.
Former Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court
From: July 26, 1892 – February 23, 1903
NominatorBenjamin Harrison
PredecessorJoseph P. Bradley
SuccessorWilliam R. Day
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Party Republican
Spouse(s) Lillie E. Kennedy
Religion Presbyterian

George Shiras, Jr. was an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States for 11 years.[1] He is known for casting the swing vote which struck down the federal income tax - leading to the ratification of the 16th Amendment.[1] He was also known for supporting individuals who challenged government power.[2]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 George Shiras, Jr. (English) (HTML). law.jrank.
  2. George Shiras, Jr. (English) (HTML). Oyez. Chicago-Kent School of Law.
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