John Cornyn actually said...

"It's just a--it's a mode of analysis by the Court that allows the Court to substitute its opinion for the elected representatives of the people."

"I think the authority comes from we, the people. That's the source of the legitimacy of government."

"I know in times past, the ABA has appeared to be a, frankly, a partisan during some of the judicial confirmation proceedings that I participated in the past, and that's a cause for concern."

"To me, one of the most important aspects of the confirmation hearings is the opportunity to revisit first principles about our Government, separation of powers, freedom of speech."