Three of the largest leftist special-interest groups preparing to wage war against a Bush Supreme Court nominee—the Alliance for Justice, Leadership Conference on Civil Rights and People For the American Way—lead an umbrella organization known as the Coalition for a Fair and Independent Judiciary. Alliance for Justice Leader: Nan Aron has been president since founding the organization in 1979. History: Founded on the premise of strengthening nonprofit advocacy and “equal access” to justice. Formed the Judicial Selection Project in 1985 to monitor federal court nominations and promote the appointment of liberal judges. Organization: Teams with 60 liberal organizations that advocate...
