Potter Stewart
Potter Stewart was an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, serving from 1958 to 1981. Known for his pragmatic approach to constitutional law, Stewart often emphasized the need for balancing individual rights with societal interests. He gained recognition for his opinions on free speech and obscenity, notably declaring in a famous case involving a pornographic film that he could not define obscenity but recognized it when he saw it. His tenure was marked by significant rulings that shaped American civil rights and liberties.
Born on Apr 23, 1915 (110 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,173 | $700,000 | 499$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 6,173 | $700,000 | 499$ |
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Switzerland:
Potter Stewart is noted as a future Supreme Court Justice who was initially part of the America First Committee.
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Spain:
Justice Potter Stewart left a criterion for posterity regarding the difficulties in defining obscenity.
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Liechtenstein:
Potter Stewart is known for his famous quote regarding the definition of obscenity.
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