Clarence Thomas, the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history, has lived a life of faith and service. Born on June 23, 1948, in Pin Point, Georgia, Thomas was raised by his maternal grandparents as a devout Catholic. He attended an all-Black Catholic school run by nuns and later graduated from Holy Cross College and Yale Law School.

Early Life and Career

Thomas’s early life was marked by poverty and segregation, but he persevered and went on to serve as a legislative assistant to Senator John C. Danforth and as the Chairman of the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. In 1991, he was nominated to the Supreme Court by President George H.W. Bush and was confirmed by the Senate despite controversy surrounding his nomination.

As a justice, Thomas has been a strong advocate for pro-life causes and has often opposed affirmative action policies. He has also been a vocal supporter of Second Amendment rights and has written opinions on the importance of religious liberty.

Personal Life

Thomas has been married to Virginia “Ginni” Lamp since 1987 and has one son, Jamal, from a previous marriage. He is a devout Catholic and has spoken publicly about the importance of his faith in his life and work.

Despite facing criticism and controversy throughout his career, Thomas remains a respected and influential figure in American politics. His commitment to his faith and his principles has earned him a reputation as a conservative justice who is unafraid to speak his mind and stand up for what he believes in.

Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.