John W. Davis was one of the most prominent lawyers of the early 20th century. Solicitor Genera under Wilson. Argued 140 cases before the Supreme Court, not all for the righteous side. He argued in favor of one of the companion cases of Brown. Indeed, it was because of his stature he gave the best fight in the Brown cases, especially focusing on Justice Reed who was the final holdout from unanimity.
Not remembered for his failed Presidential run, but an important historical figure of his time.
John W. Davis was one of the most prominent lawyers of the early 20th century. Solicitor Genera under Wilson. Argued 140 cases before the Supreme Court, not all for the righteous side. He argued in favor of one of the companion cases of Brown. Indeed, it was because of his stature he gave the best fight in the Brown cases, especially focusing on Justice Reed who was the final holdout from unanimity.
Not remembered for his failed Presidential run, but an important historical figure of his time.
As I said in my piece, if you know who John W. Davis was, good on you!
Thanks for the thoughtful commentary and history.