Political Quotes

“Mr. President, while we continue working this week to create jobs and finish the unfinished business of this work period, we will also turn to the nomination of Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan. Giving the President the Senate's advice and consent, as prescribed by the Constitution for a lifetime appointment to the highest Court in the country, is one of this body's most solemn obligations. Chairman Leahy and Ranking Member Sessions oversaw, through the lengthy process, very thorough and respectful confirmation hearings. All of them were fair and I think were probative. I thank them both for their leadership. Several Senators have already made known how they will vote on Ms. Kagan's nomination. Those Senators and many others will come to the floor in the next few days to explain their positions. I will be one of them speaking in support of this exceptional nominee. I will certainly give her my vote. As the debate moves to the Senate floor and as we move toward a final vote, I look forward to a continuation of the passionate but civil discussion we have seen in the committee thus far. In this respect, perhaps we can draw inspiration from Ms. Kagan herself. In her confirmation hearing last year for the position she currently holds--as our Nation's Solicitor General, that is our Government's lawyer in cases that come before the U.S. Supreme Court--Ms.…”