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Memoir by Justice Kennedy Retitled and Rescheduled
A memoir penned by retired Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy has undergone a title revision and a shift in its release date. Originally conceived as a two-part publication, the forthcoming book will now be issued as a single volume.
Revised Title and Publication Date
Simon & Schuster declared on Thursday that the memoir, now entitled “Life, Law, & Liberty,” is slated for release on October 14. This marks a one-year postponement from the initially projected date. Kennedy’s memoir was previously known under the working title “Life and Law.” According to a Simon & Schuster spokesperson, these modifications reflect the “natural evolution of the editing process.” The publishing house initially publicized the book deal with Justice Kennedy in 2024.
Content Overview and Kennedy’s Legacy
Justice Kennedy, aged 88 and retired from the bench in 2018, is anticipated to recount his life story in the memoir. The narrative will span from his formative years in Sacramento, California, to his distinguished 30-year tenure as a Supreme Court Justice. Throughout his judicial career, Kennedy was recognized as a centrist conservative. He frequently emerged as a crucial swing vote in numerous significant cases, including those pertaining to same-sex marriage, campaign finance regulations, and abortion rights, alongside other pivotal legal matters.