We have got to do better than this vote-a-rama process.

the way it has necessarily been conducted with the chamber full, that is the occasion when there are more Senators on the floor longer than any other time that the Senate functions

Well, I'm very concerned of that. I had a tough one percent primary last time. And I know the political peril. And in light of the very severe need to take action to avoid a depression, I thought my duty required that I do just what I did.

Well, I am very concerned about it. I had a tough 1 percent primary last time. And I know the political peril. And in light of the very severe need to take action to avoid a depression, I thought my duty required that I do just what I did.

Some of the Supreme Court decisions don't please me, but that's the law, they say.

I think criminal sanctions are a vital part and are essential for the requisite deterrence that is needed.

May we have your commitment that you will make that a high priority?

Can we have your assurances that, if you are confirmed, there will be a really tough line on examination of white-collar crimes and firm recommendation for jail sentences as a deterrent?

Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

The Republican members of this Committee will not be participating because there has been insufficient time to prepare for this hearing.

Are you willing to give an opinion as to whether warrantless wire tapping, which violates the mandate of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, is saved under Presidential authority by his powers as Commander in Chief under Article 2?

I would suggest that every effort be made to get the Supreme Court to decide this question.

It seems to me just, candidly, beyond the pale to say that that's a violation of the Thirteenth Amendment against slavery.

The courts under-enforce constitutional rights and the political branches have an obligation to fill constitutional gaps, and uphold rights beyond those that the court will enforce.

I personally find it very distasteful to raise these considerations in the Judiciary Committee, but I do so because of the conclusive nature of the record which shows that there has been grossly insufficient time to prepare.

I think overall history reflects that the Senate impeachment hearing and trial was really a great testament to the brilliance of our Founders.

The conclusions from the most rigorous scientific studies are consistent for the overwhelming majority of women who undergo abortion: There are no long-term negative effects. The few women who do experience negative psychological responses…

I would again renew my call--I see only two of my colleagues here on the Republican side--that my colleagues come because of the importance of this nomination.