The Youngest Judge to Ever Be Appointed or Elected in U.S. History
We have to make sure we let our living legends smell their roses why they still can. A proud black woman became the youngest judge appointed in American History. (that is the end of this sentence, as in period.)
She is the oldest of 4. Jasmine was born and raised in Greenville South Carolina. Jasmine attended College of Charleston for Political Science. She is somewhat of a small town girl leaving a larger than life footprint. She came from a no nonsense household where TV during the week was unheard of and summer breaks just meant more time to study.
– Judge Jasmine Twitty
Judge Twitty’s Core Value are “Self-Discipline, Gratitude, and Lifting as You Climb.”
Her Legacy
Humility. “It’s so easy to judge everyone by their actions but everyone has a story. My court is a resource to those who have had lessor or unequal opportunity.”
She is living proof and American history. The average age of a judge is 50. Jasmine was appointed at 25. The first woman to be a municipal judge was in 1921. The first African-American Woman to be a judge was in 1932. At the age of 25, Jasmine Twitty became the youngest judge in the history of America. (period, that is the end of this sentence.)
According to Jasmine, she is just ” being Jasmine.” Only until recently she noticed the magnitude of her accomplishments. It was when she found out she was being featured by the very same school book company that she use to do elementary work out of when she was a little girl. Being in student text books all around the country allows her to be at a plethora of schools at one time without even being there.
Our Liberty
Freedom. “There are so many man made systems that hinder our people.” Jasmine is working on an out reach initiative with her colleague to enhance literacy and educate the youth about our judicial system. “Imagine how many kids we can all impact!”
“My purpose is to pass on information. I get excited to meet other judges that look like me and there are more sprouting up around the country. Everyone doesn’t understand my experiences and it’s good to have someone.” Jasmine is opening up doors and leaving them ajar for her people. Just her image alone can inspire a nation.
Your Honor
To that young black girl who listens to Beyoncé, looks up to Serena, but one day wants to be like Judge Twitty: “Learn from my experience, go fourth into the world and make even a greater impact.”
In conclusion, drink water, stay inside, and don’t judge unless they call you “Your Honor.”