Political Quotes

“today, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a vote on William Barr to be the next Attorney General of the United States. During his confirmation hearing a few weeks ago, we saw an articulate, measured, and highly capable individual. There is no question in my mind why two separate Presidents have selected him to lead the Department of Justice. Throughout his impressive career, Mr. Barr has displayed both legal acumen and an unwavering commitment to the rule of law--a basic prerequisite to serve as the highest law enforcement officer in the country. I will add that the Attorney General is a unique member of the Cabinet because, as I said, he is the chief law enforcement officer of the country, but he is also a political appointee of the President. It takes some skill to navigate that very thin line and to do it with distinction and honor--something that Mr. Barr has done before. President George Herbert Walker Bush recognized the talent in Mr. Barr more than 25 years ago and nominated him for not one, not two, but three important roles in the Department of Justice. Mr. Barr testified before the Judiciary Committee for each of these positions: Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Legal Counsel, Deputy Attorney General, and, finally, Attorney General of the United States. All three times, he was unanimously approved by the Senate. As impressive as Mr. Barr was during these confirmation hearings, he was even more impressive once he was actually on the job.…”