Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 4, 2003
I asked her the following: Do you think the Supreme Court's most important decisions-- Brown, Miranda and Roe--are consistent with strict constructionism?
Said by
Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Discussing judicial philosophy during a Senate hearing on judicial nominees.

Share

More from Dick Durbin

Aug 18, 2026

Simply put, no president has the authority to unilaterally demolish and remodel the country’s White House in such a significant manner without congressional approval.

durbin.senate.gov
Aug 14, 2026

It’s great to be here at the EBC to celebrate the good, impactful work that is at the core of this center’s mission.

durbin.senate.gov
Aug 20, 2026

For all of these reasons, ATF should withdraw this rule.

durbin.senate.gov
Aug 16, 2026

It is families who will suffer, especially the sickest Americans, like those with mental health and substance use disorders, cancer, and diabetes, who most urgently need the health care Medicaid provides.

duckworth.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation