Political Quotes

“it is an honor to speak in strong support of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. After careful review of her record and her outstanding testimony during her confirmation hearing, it is clear that Judge Barrett is well suited for a lifetime appointment on the Court. Last week, Judge Barrett firmly held her own during hours and hours of questioning from my colleagues on the Judiciary Committee. She did not once falter during her hearing. In fact, she excelled. Judge Barrett proved to the American people that she is prepared, talented, compassionate, and, not to mention, brilliant. Judge Barrett demonstrated that she is an independent individual who can think for herself. She made it clear that she is an originalist who will follow the law. Without a single note or binder in front of her, Judge Barrett repeatedly affirmed that she would interpret the Constitution and laws passed by Congress as they were written--no more, no less. During her hearing, Judge Barrett testified: I apply the law. I follow the law. You make the policy. The judge kept pointing out that we, the Senate, are the legislators. She stressed that she has no mission or agenda to change the law as she would want it. Judge Barrett made it abundantly clear that in her role as a jurist, she has no issues with setting aside her personal beliefs when applying the letter of the law.…”