"So based on Baker v. Nelson, using your words, it's not really settled law, even though a one-sentence statement as precedent, it says 'the appeal is dismissed for want of a substantial Federal question.'"
"Well, the decision involved the Fourteenth Amendment that was ratified, as you know, back in 1868, and the case was decided in 1972."
"I want to bring up the Second Amendment again."
"In regard to that and stare decisis, what weight would you give to Baker v. Nelson?"
"I'm disappointed that you didn't use the word 'settled law' in the same definitive manner in regard to Baker v. Nelson."
"while you were in favor of good ideas coming from wherever you can get them, the judges shouldn't be bound by foreign legal precedent."
"The Constitution tasks our Senate with conducting a comprehensive review of the nominee's record and qualifications."
"This empathy standard has been soundly rejected because it endorses the application of personal politics and preferences."
"We have watched as the President and Congress have purchased ownership shares in banks, nationalized car companies, seized control of the student loan industry."
"I am committed to ensuring that this process is fair and respectful but also thorough."
"In many respects, Ms. Kagan's career has been consumed more by politics than law, and this does worry many Americans."