Political Quotes

“Judge Barkett, from every evidence I have seen--and I have gone through the record, I was there for part of the hearing--is eminently well qualified. The charge that she is soft on crime, or does not favor the death penalty--that really should not be a consideration. The reality is the soft on crime stuff just does not hold up under examination. And if someone happens to be opposed to the death penalty and is a judge, or favors some change, other change in the law, that judge is not there to make the law. That judge is there to enforce the law. She has indicated that she will do that. I think it is interesting the Orlando Sentinel concluded that the 'soft on crime' attacks by Justice Barkett's opponents are, 'reckless and unfair.' The Sun-Sentinel called the charges false. The Miami Herald concluded that the President, 'could not have found anyone better prepared.' The Orlando Sentinel called it a 'top notch choice.' The reality is this is a good nominee. I am pleased our colleagues, Senator Graham and Senator Mack, are supporting the nomination. I think we are making a mountain out of a molehill here. I think she ought to be approved, and approved quickly, and I hope we get on about our other business.”