Supreme Court Clerks Offer Mixed Views on Justice Elena Kagan's Leadership Style
A new book by Mollie Hemingway, titled 'Alito: The Justice Who Reshaped the Supreme Court and Restored the Constitution,' reveals contrasting opinions among former Supreme Court clerks about Justice Elena Kagan. While some clerks describe Kagan as emotionally abusive and demanding, others defend her as a tough but fair boss. The book highlights Kagan's reputation as a sharp legal mind and a strategic leader within the Court's liberal bloc. Despite the mixed reviews from clerks, Kagan remains popular with the public, holding a high favorability rating among Supreme Court justices. The book also contrasts Kagan's leadership style with that of Justice Samuel Alito, who is portrayed more favorably by his clerks.