Sorry if this is already posted. Just logging on, can't read 1500+ posts.
Dear
Today, President Bush announced his nomination of Judge Samel A. Alito Jr. to serve as the next Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. Judge Alito is an exceptionally well-qualified nominee who has served for 15 years on the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, and before that as a U.S. Attorney in New Jersey. Law journals have hailed Judge Alito as "one of our profession's best" and The Almanac of the Federal Judiciary calls him "brilliant" with an "excellent demeanor." By nominating Judge Alito, President Bush continues to fulfill his commitment to appoint qualified judges who will not legislate from the bench.
Senate Democrats are already on the attack, and they will hold nothing back in obstructing this highly qualified nominee. Don't let the spin from media pundits or attacks from Democrats distort Judge Alito's distinguished record as a judge, former federal prosecutor and public servant. The best antidote to their spin is your voice. Here's what you can do right now to ensure a timely confirmation:
1. Sign our petition in support of Judge Alito - and forward the petition to your friends.
2. Call your Senators. Tell them Judge Alito has your support and deserves theirs.
3. Call talk radio , write a letter to the editor of your local paper and tell your friends and neighbors why you support the President's choice.
Judge Alito is a fair-minded jurist with an impeccable track record of interpreting the law, not making it. Click here to learn more about Judge Alito's record.
What you do right now will greatly influence the outcome of this nomination, the future of the Supreme Court, and the direction of our country. Sign the petition to confirm Judge Alito. Contact your Senators. Call talk radio. Let your voice be heard in support of President Bush's choice.
Sincerely,
Ken Mehlman,
RNC Chairman
This time, I'll eagerly respond to the call of Ken in that release. BTW, curent FR poll results...
93.2% 883
No 3.9% 37
Pass 2.9% 27
100.0% 947
Member Opinion
Yes 94.2% 487
Pass 3.3% 17
No 2.5% 13
100.0% 517
Non-Member Opinion
Yes 92.1% 396
No 5.6% 24
Pass 2.3% 10
100.0% 430
So far Alito's doing even better than Roberts who was in the 80% plus approval. It's nice having the family together again.