Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg will be honored with a statue in Brooklyn, where she was born in 1933, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Saturday, one day after Ginsburg's death."As a lawyer, jurist, and professor, she redefined gender equity and civil rights and ensured America lived up to her founding ideals — she was a monumental figure of equality, and we can all agree that she deserves a monument in her honor," Cuomo said in a statement.MORE: Politicians, celebrities react to death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg"She persevered despite several bouts of cancer and was present every single day to participate in the strengthening and safeguarding of our democracy," Cuomo continued.Andrew Kelly/ReutersAn image of Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is projected onto the New York State Civil Supreme Court building in New York City after she passed away Sept. 18, 2020.An image of Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is projected onto the New York State Civil Supreme Court building in New York City after she passed away Sept. 18, 2020."We remember proudly that she started her incredible journey right here in Brooklyn," Cuomo said. "Her legacy will live on in the progress she created for our society, and this statue will serve as a physical reminder of her many contributions to the America we know today and as an inspiration for those who will continue to build on her immense body of work for generations to come."MORE: Ruth Bader Ginsburg's impact on generations of women and girlsCuomo said in the coming days he'll appoint a commission to select an artist.The commission will also provide recommendations for a location, which hasn't yet been chosen.MORE: Ruth Bader Ginsburg, powerhouse Supreme Court Justice, dies at 87
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