In 1913, what political position did Hand run for unsuccessfully?
Governor of New York
President of the United States
Chief Judge of the New York Court of Appeals
Mayor of New York City
Answer
The answer is Chief Judge of the New York Court of Appeals. In 1913, Learned Hand sought to become the Chief Judge of New York's highest court, the New York Court of Appeals. While he was widely respected and admired for his legal expertise and intellectual abilities, he ultimately fell short in his bid for this prestigious position.
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