The fact that we cannot take a few days or weeks to have a complete review of Judge Kavanaugh's record is unfair to the American people.
We need some sunlight in this process.
One of the Senate's most solemn constitutional duties is to provide advice and consent to the President on the nomination of Supreme Court J...
I think we ought to give the American people the opportunity to hear whether Judge Kavanaugh should be on the Supreme Court or not.
It is unfair and unethical. Indeed, what litigant could expect a fair shake if the judge has already pre-judged the case?
My colleagues on the other side are accusing the administration of using executive privilege to hide documents from the Committee. I want to...
It is not to exercise empathy. It is to follow written laws.
This vote and this proceeding could not be more consequential in light of what is at stake: whether women can decide when they want to have ...
This is why we talk about an independent judiciary. This is why they wear robes.
I am confident that Judge Kavanaugh will become Justice Kavanaugh and will be confirmed to the United States Supreme Court.
It is inappropriate for a nominee to answer those questions.
But this is only possible when judges are committed to the rule of law.
We are not in executive session, and I think we ought to level with the American people.
Senators have had more than enough time and materials to adequately assess Judge Kavanaugh's qualifications, and so, that is why I proceed.
I believe that the heroes will be our independent judiciary and our free press.
That is what sustains democracy, that commitment to ordinary, everyday Americans participating and engaging in this process.
I want to urge the Department of Justice to stand strong and hold fast against this onslaught which threatens the basic principles of our de...
You would think that Republicans and Democrats do not talk to each other, but I would like to remind the public that when they think that ha...