Political Quotes

On the recordMay 7, 2009
I have to accept, because it is precedent, that as precedent and so I can't comment further than to say that I understand the questions.
Said by
Sonia Sotomayor
New York

Editor's note · Context

Sotomayor states she must accept the precedent set by the Supreme Court.

Share

More from Sonia Sotomayor

Nov 5, 2025

You want to say tariffs are not taxes, but that’s exactly what they are. They are generating money from American citizens.

nytimes.com
Jun 4, 2026

In addition to being wrong on the merits, the Court’s decision inflicts two grave harms on the public.

motherjones.com
Jul 9, 2025

at once the symbol of our democracy and the most pervasive means for promoting our common destiny.

slate.com
Jul 1, 2026

Because of the Court’s decision today, West Virginia, and any other state actor, can deny B. P. J. and others like her these experiences simply because it thinks they have an inherent athletic advantage, even if the facts show that they do…

huffpost.com

Other voices in this conversation