http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_G._Roberts%2C_Jr.John Glover Roberts, Jr. (born January 27, 1955) is an American attorney, jurist, and political figure. He is currently a judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.
On July 19, 2005, Roberts was nominated by President George W. Bush to replace Sandra Day O'Connor, who advised Bush on July 1 that she would retire from her position as an Associate Justice upon the confirmation of her successor.
Contents
1 Early life and education
2 Career
3 Personal life and memberships
4 Notable arguments on behalf of clients
4.1 As Deputy Solicitor General
4.2 Private law practice
5 Judicial opinions
5.1 Opinions as Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals
6 Sources
Early life and education
Roberts was born in Buffalo, New York, to Jack and Rosemary Roberts. His father, Jack Roberts, Sr., was an executive at the Bethlehem Steel Corporation. Roberts's family moved to Long Beach, Indiana, an affluent town on the coast of Lake Michigan, when Roberts was in second grade.
He graduated first in the class of 1973 from La Lumiere, a small Catholic boarding school near LaPorte, Indiana. He studied six years of Latin and some French and was known for his devotion to his studies. He was co-captain of the football team and described himself as a "slow-footed linebacker." He also wrestled, was co-editor of the school newspaper, served on the athletic council and served on the Executive Committee of the Student Council. He also took part in choir and drama.
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