>Christie’s two nominations to state Supreme Court include first Asian-American and first openly gay man
Kwon would be the first Asian-American to serve on the state’s highest court and Harris is African-American and openly gay.
Harris would replace former Justice John Wallace, who is African-American, and Kwon would replace Justice Virginia Long, who faces mandatory retirement next month.
Christie said his nominations will bring an historic level of diversity to the court.
“I am extraordinarily proud to announce these two historic nominations to the New Jersey State Supreme Court,” the governor said at the Statehouse. “Bruce and Phil are each accomplished and talented individuals with skilled legal minds who are highly respected in the legal community. Just as importantly, each of them has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to serving their state and communities.” (Hester, New Jersey Newsroom)
