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June 23, 1991

Clarence Thomas Nominated to Supreme Court

On July 1, 1991, President Bush nominated Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court. His contentious confirmation hearings, including Anita Hill's testimony about sexual harassment, made the proceedings a national event. He was confirmed by a narrow 52-48 vote.

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People: Clarence Thomas, Anita Hill
Sources
1. Clarence Thomas - Supreme Court Historical Society2. Clarence Thomas - Biography - PBS3. Clarence Thomas - The White House Historical Association4. Clarence Thomas - U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee

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