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For Immediate ReleaseJuly 23, 2005 President's Radio Address      Audio      THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. Under the Constitution, one of the most consequential decisions a President makes is an appointment to the Supreme Court. This week I was proud to announce my nomination of Judge John Roberts to be the Supreme Court's next Associate Justice. Judge Roberts has a stellar record of achievement. He is a man of sound judgment and the highest integrity. He has the qualities Americans expect in a judge -- experience, wisdom, fairness and civility. He has profound respect for the rule of law and for the...

(Washington, DC) – Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton offered the following statement today regarding President Bush’s nomination of Judge John Roberts: “President Bush promised to nominate someone in the mold of Justices Scalia and Thomas, someone who would refuse to legislate from the bench. With his nomination of John Roberts, the president has apparently kept his promise. By almost all accounts John Roberts is a brilliant, thoughtful conservative justice who will remain faithful to the U.S. Constitution and the rule of law. Moreover, Judge Roberts seems to have the experience and the strength of character to help lead the court...