Political Quotes

“I am proud to support the nomination of Solicitor General Elena Kagan as the next Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. The Senate has few responsibilities more important than our constitutional obligation to advise and consent on the President's Supreme Court nominees. Supreme Court Justices are appointed for life, and the decisions they make affect the lives and livelihoods of every single family across the country. From the laws governing the role of corporations and special interests in our electoral process, to the rights of women over their own reproductive health--we have seen clearly over the years the impact of this Nation's highest court. So I am very glad that President Obama nominated Elena Kagan to fill this critical position. I met with Solicitor General Kagan and talked to her about how she envisioned her role on the Court. I asked her about her judicial philosophy, and what she felt the Court's role was in protecting ordinary Americans. I followed her testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee. I was extremely impressed with what she had to say. Elena Kagan has proven herself to be someone who understands the importance of a fair and independent approach to rendering justice. She is committed to making sure the voices of families across the country are represented in the chambers of the Supreme Court.”