Patrick Leahy actually said...

I voted yes because I believed that he had what it takes to serve as an impartial, fair Chief Justice who would uphold the rule of law.

Leahy explains his rationale for voting to confirm Chief Justice Roberts despite political differences.

03/20/2022

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Judge Martin is the fourth of President Obama's circuit court nominees to come before the Committee.

I do not know whether to give him congratulations or condolences, because it is going to be one of the toughest jobs in the government.

I believe the Senate has to do better.

There is absolutely no excuse for not having moved yet.