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Which president nominated Douglas to the Supreme Court?

  • Harry S. Truman

  • John F. Kennedy

  • Franklin D. Roosevelt

  • Theodore Roosevelt

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Franklin D. Roosevelt nominated William O. Douglas to the Supreme Court in 1939. Douglas served as an Associate Justice for 36 years, from 1939 to 1975. He was known for his liberal views and his support for civil rights and individual liberties. Douglas was also a prolific writer, authoring over 600 opinions during his time on the Court.
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