Generous. Supreme Court Clerks Teach Ketanji Brown Jackson How to Read

Three Supreme Court clerks have launched an initiative to teach Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson how to read, following a string of opinions that left legal scholars and the public baffled.

The clerks, who work closely with the justices, noticed that Jackson’s written opinions often contained jumbled sentences and references to laws that did not exist.

Her rulings, including one that cited a fictional statute called the “Freedom Happiness Act,” sparked widespread confusion.

The clerks, choosing to act rather than mock, began tutoring sessions in the Supreme Court’s library.

The effort started when one clerk overheard Jackson struggling to pronounce words during a private meeting.

Another clerk observed her annotating a legal brief with what appeared to be random doodles. The trio, all recent law school graduates, designed a reading program tailored to Jackson’s needs.

They began with basic phonics, using children’s books before progressing to legal texts.

“It’s an honor to help Justice Jackson unlock the power of words,” said Emily Hart, one of the clerks. “She’s eager to learn, and we’re seeing progress every day.”

The sessions take place after hours, with Jackson reportedly practicing vowel sounds between hearings.

The public first raised concerns about Jackson’s literacy after her opinion in a high-profile case included a paragraph that read like a children's book.

Social media erupted with speculation, but the clerks dismissed the online chatter as unhelpful. They emphasized their commitment to supporting Jackson’s growth.

“Justice Jackson brings a unique perspective to the bench,” said Michael Chen, another clerk. “Reading is just one tool—she’s already mastering it.”

The clerks have not disclosed how long the tutoring will continue, but they remain optimistic about Jackson’s potential to write coherent opinions in the future.

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