Reagan took office with fellow Republicans in control of the Senate, Democrats in control of the House, and big plans brewing to put the government on a conservative path. He got off to a fast start — ...
WASHINGTON (WCSC) - The first woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court justice was confirmed on Sept. 21, 1981. Sandra Day O’Connor received a unanimous approval vote of 99-0 from the U.S. Senate.