Political Quotes

“Thank you, Mr. President. It is my distinct privilege to come to the floor this afternoon to voice my full support for Susie Morgan's confirmation as an article III judge on the U.S. Eastern District Court of Louisiana. I have known Susie for many years. She is a good friend and, more importantly, she is an excellent and outstanding attorney. Ms. Morgan comes to this position equipped with decades of litigation experience in Federal court as an advocate for both plaintiffs and defendants. She brings a thorough understanding of Federal law and an unquestionably fair and evenhanded temperament. It is unfortunate that such a talented individual such as Susie Morgan has been waiting nearly a year since President Obama nominated her in July of 2011, and almost 5 months since she was voted out of committee unanimously. Despite what the good Senator from Iowa--my good friend and wonderful partner in so many important issues here--has said, the fact is there are 17 judicial nominees on this calendar. There are 19 judicial nominees in committee. The facts are that the nominees for President Obama have taken nearly five times longer to receive a vote on this floor. We know there are some vacancies that have not yet received nominations. But there is no reason to deny these 17 who are still on the calendar their day on this floor. Ms. Morgan has waited more than her turn, and I apologize for that. She understands this has been caught up in bigger politics.…”