Posted on 07/20/2005 6:57:47 AM PDT by Oliver Optic
What is his stance on the rest of the Constitution? Like the Second Amendment. Does he know what "shall not be infringed" means?
Some supportive statements for what it's worth.....
I am not a social conservative but it's very good for the country that those who elected Bush feel they got what they paid for. Hopefully, everyone will see this as proof that our system works, that elections matter and do reflect the will of the majority.
libs are upset. Great job W!
Brian Fahling, senior trial attorney for the American Family Association Center for Law & Policy, believes Judge Roberts is an excellent choice: “He was an extraordinary lawyer, and I am persuaded he well be an exceptional justice. President Bush, in my opinion, has kept his promise to nominate an individual who will interpret, not rewrite the Constitution.”
Fahling noted that as deputy solicitor in the Regan Administration, Roberts had argued in a brief that Roe v. Wade should be overturned, but that in his confirmation hearings to the court of appeals, Roberts stated that Roe v. Wade is settled law that he would faithfully apply as a judge. “These are not inconsistent positions,” said Fahling; “They reflect a consistent and principled jurisprudence that understands the principle of authority and the rule of law.”
Fahling explained that “as a government lawyer, Roberts could argue that Roe should be reversed, but as an appellate court judge, he held an office under the ultimate authority, by constitutional design, of the Supreme Court. He had no authority to reverse Roe as an appellate court judge, but if confirmed as a Supreme Court justice he will have that constitutional authority.”
I'm asking the same thing. The seemingly unanimous praise from all corners of FR makes me wonder if we're missing something. No more Souters, please.
That, my friend, is a very gracious statement on your part.
So far, the cases I've read that he has argued definately puts him closer to Renquist. However, I was hoping for another Thomas. I'll take what I can get on other issues as long as the guy is solid on "shall not be infringed".
Larry's cool. I like to think we're influencing him. ;-)
Does anyone know Robert's views on abortion, evolution, and gay marriage?
Souter is a lightweight, and as an outsider lacked the strength of character or intellect to resist the pressure to "evolve" as a justice.
None of these traits apply to Roberts. He has solid character, a brilliant mind, is firmly grounded in his religion, legal philosophy, and family, and has lived in Washington for many years.
I am unconcerned that Roberts is a Souter or that he will "evolve" while on the bench.
Mark Levin, author of "Men in Black," a new conservative critique of the Supreme Court, sees no conflict and is a fan of Roberts. "In the short period he has been on the court, John Roberts has shown he does not bring a personal agenda to his work. He follows the Constitution, and he is excellent."D.C. Circuit Judge Gets on Supreme Court Short List
Jay Sekulow, chief counsel for the American Center for Law and Justice, believes that John Roberts will make an excellent addition to the Court. "I've known Judge Roberts for 17 years and litigated with him at the Supreme Court of the United States," he said. "There can be no question that Judge Roberts is exceptionally well qualified to serve as the next Supreme Court Justice."
"A man of character, Judge Roberts understands the Constitution and has a record of applying the law -- not legislating from the bench."
Rev. Louis P. Sheldon, chairman of the Traditional Values Coalition, said, "Conservatives who supported George W. Bush have no reason to be disappointed. He has more than fulfilled his pledge."
Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, echoes these sentiments, saying, "There's no question that President Bush is a promise keeper."
As we have seen many times there are no guarantees when it comes to picking a Justice. I think Bush did the best we could hope for. The rest is up to Roberts.
I don't think this is a squishy moderate pick. :-)
Nothing up yet from Phyllis Schlafly at Eagle Forum.
I think it is well-known he is not going to be a Thomas or Scalia, but will be a more moderate conservative like Rehnquist. But, he will be conservative and will give us more victories.
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