Jeanne Shaheen: “I am very pleased to once again be able to come to the floor and speak in support of the confirmation of Elena Kagan to…”

“I am very pleased to once again be able to come to the floor and speak in support of the confirmation of Elena Kagan to be the next Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. I think the hearings they held on her nomination revealed three things; first, that Elena Kagan is a person of good character; second, that she is someone who understands and respects the rule of law and the role of courts in our democracy; third, that she is indeed qualified to be a Supreme Court Justice. I believe the President chose wisely when he nominated her. It is clear Elena Kagan has thrived in a number of settings and that she will bring a diverse set of experiences and abilities to the Court.”