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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's appearance on the cover of Essence magazine has drawn criticism from legal observers and commentators across the political spectrum, who argue that the profile risks blurring the line between judicial service and celebrity.
Essence unveiled the cover on July 4th, describing it as the first magazine cover of Jackson's historic career.
The image shows Jackson in a purple coat beneath the caption "the people's champion." The Cover and the Criticism Essence, which describes itself as the "premiere lifestyle, fashion and beauty magazine for African-American women," framed the cover as a celebration tied to America's 250th birthday.
The magazine's accompanying statement called Jackson "a powerful voice for those simply seeking the God-given birthrights promised to every American." Critics pushed back swiftly.
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