George Shiras, Jr.
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]
| George Shiras, Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Former Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court From: July 26, 1892 â February 23, 1903 | |
| Nominator | Benjamin Harrison |
| Predecessor | Joseph P. Bradley |
| Successor | William R. Day |
| Information | |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Lillie E. Kennedy |
| Religion | Presbyterian |
Shiras proved himself to be a back-stabber RINO when he voted with the majority and the Democrats in Plessy v. Ferguson in 1896, which upheld "separate but equal" racial segregation.
References
- â 1.0 1.1 George Shiras, Jr. (English). law.jrank.
- â George Shiras, Jr. (English). Oyez. Chicago-Kent School of Law.