Justice Sotomayor Expresses Frustration with Conservative Majority on Supreme Court

Despite feeling 'traumatized' by losses and 'tired' from the demanding workload, Sotomayor vows to keep fighting for justice

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor expressed her frustration with the conservative majority on the court during a speech at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law
Sotomayor, who often finds herself in the minority on major cases, stated that every loss 'truly traumatizes' her, but she continues to fight for what she believes in.
She also commented on the increasing workload of the court, stating that cases are more demanding and the emergency calendar is more active, leaving her feeling 'tired'.
Sotomayor encouraged students not to despair, stating that change happens because people care about moving towards justice, even though it can take time and cause frustration.
Some have suggested that Sotomayor, who is 69 years old, should consider retiring, especially if she is concerned about the political balance on the court.