05/04/2009
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"I hope the House passes it and sends it to the President for his signature."
"I think that one of the most important things is respect for everyone--the litigants, the attorneys, and everyone who comes before the court."
"If a judge's impartiality can reasonably be questioned, it is really essential that the judge recuse himself or herself."
"I have actually for nearly 45 years been involved in the sentencing process, first as district attorney, as a Federal prosecutor, as a defense lawyer, and finally 15 years as a judge."