Date Approved
2016
Date Posted
4-27-2016
Degree Type
Open Access Senior Honors Thesis
Department or School
Political Science
First Advisor
Dr. Barry Pyle
Second Advisor
Dr. Jeffrey Bernstein
Abstract
After 191 years, the first woman was named to the US Supreme Court. Today, three women sit on the high court. Do they speak with a different voice when compared to their male counterparts? This research assesses the potential and additive impact of female justices on the behavior of the United States Supreme Court. Controlling for ideology, gender, and legal factors, this paper analyzes whether the gender of Supreme Court justices impacts case outcomes.
Recommended Citation
Rich, Maya, "A gendered voice: Effects of gender on Supreme Court decisions" (2016). Senior Honors Theses and Projects. 483.
https://commons.emich.edu/honors/483