01/26/2009
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"But every American in a more fundamental way needs to know what is in the heart of legislators because we are supposed to speak for the hearts, and minds, and hopes, and dreams of 320 million American..."
"I have no doubt that, unlike the President, Judge Gorsuch has profound respect for an independent judiciary and the vital role it plays as a check on the Executive and legislative branches."
"The independence of our courts is an essential strength of our democracy."
"It is a distinct privilege to be here with my colleague, Senator Gardner from Colorado, to introduce Judge Neil Gorsuch."