Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett will sit down with Bari Weiss for a live interview at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall in New York City on September 4. The event precedes the launch of Justice Barrett’s new book, Listening to the Law, which offers rare insights into the inner workings of the Supreme Court.
Tickets for the event are on sale now, with paid subscribers of The Free Press receiving exclusive presale access until Tuesday at 10 a.m. ET, when tickets become available to the general public. The event is part of The Free Press‘s yearlong celebration of America at 250, exploring the nation’s past, present, and future.
An Unlikely Justice
Justice Barrett’s path to the Supreme Court has been unconventional. She is the only current justice who did not attend an Ivy League law school. A devout Catholic and mother of seven, she faced intense scrutiny during her confirmation hearings, including a notable moment when the late Senator Dianne Feinstein remarked that “the dogma lives loudly within you.”
Five years later, Justice Barrett has proven to be perhaps the least dogmatic justice on the bench. She has broken ranks with her conservative colleagues on significant cases, drawing criticism from influential MAGA voices who have labeled her a turncoat. At the same time, she has not hesitated to dissent from her liberal colleagues when she deems it necessary. This balance positions her as a potential bridge between the Court’s dueling factions.
What to Expect at the Event
The conversation between Bari Weiss and Justice Barrett is expected to cover how the Justice approaches the most consequential cases of our time, the future of the Court, and its potential impact on American law and society amid profound changes, including the rise of artificial intelligence and questions of privacy and civil rights.
All attendees will have the option to purchase Listening to the Law at a discounted price of $28 before it hits shelves. Premium ticket holders will receive a complimentary signed hardcover copy of the book.
Ticket Information and Presale Access
Paid Free Press subscribers can use the access code provided at the bottom of the event page to secure tickets before the general public. Given that a previous event with Justice Barrett at Lincoln Center sold out within three hours, early purchase is strongly recommended.
This event is expected to sell out quickly. Be in the room for what promises to be a compelling discussion on the Supreme Court and its role in the American project.
