Douglas Alexander: “The President has made a superb nomination. Ronnie Greer is a distinguished lawyer. He knows the people of east…”

“The President has made a superb nomination. Ronnie Greer is a distinguished lawyer. He knows the people of east Tennessee. He has earned our respect. I am delighted the Senate has moved so expeditiously to consider this exceptional nominee. I had the privilege, as Governor, of appointing nearly 50 men and women as judges, and I know how important it can be. What I always looked for was intelligence and good character; someone who knew and understood the people; and someone who would be courteous to the men and women to come before the judge once the judge assumes the bench. In this case, it is a lifetime position, and it is even more important that the judge have those qualities. Ronnie Greer has all those qualities. I have known him since he was student body president at East Tennessee State University. He was a champion debater. That was some 30 years ago. I knew then he would amount to something special, and he already has. He has served his community in many ways.”