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US Supreme Court Justices aren't required to serve for life; they're entitled to serve for life unless they're impeached or become unable to fulfill their role on the Court. Some remain in office until they die; others retire due to ill health or for personal reasons.

O'Connor retired in good health in January 2006 to spend more time with her husband, John Jay O'Connor, III, who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. She has been active in projects designed to educate young people on the role and purpose of the Court, has written a book, numerous articles and op-ed pieces, taught classes, and lectured to audiences.

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