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SUNY Oswego professor: Justice Kennedy's legacy rooted in 'modest libertarianism'

Helen Knowles

The announcement that Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy is retiring came only a couple of days ago, but the nation is already captivated over who will replace him on the country's highest court.

For a closer look at Kennedy and his jurisprudence, WRVO spoke with SUNY Oswego Associate Professor Helen Knowles. She teaches classes in American law and politics, and is the author of the book "The Tie Goes to Freedom: Justice Anthony M. Kennedy on Freedom."

Payne Horning is a reporter and producer, primarily focusing on the city of Oswego and Oswego County. He has a passion for covering local politics and how it impacts the lives of everyday citizens. Originally from Iowa, Horning moved to Muncie, Indiana to study journalism, telecommunications and political science at Ball State University. While there, he worked as a reporter and substitute host at Indiana Public Radio. He also covered the 2015 session of the Indiana General Assembly for the statewide Indiana Public Broadcasting network.
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