Justice Arthur Goldberg

Justice Arthur Goldberg (1908-1990) was an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1962 to 1965. Appointed by President John F. Kennedy, he was known for his strong views on civil rights, labor issues, and free speech. Goldberg argued for individual rights and was an advocate for social justice. Before his Supreme Court tenure, he served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and held various positions in labor unions. He left the Court to pursue a role as a private attorney, emphasizing the importance of human rights throughout his career.