Judges are appointed by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. And it is our duty to ask questions on… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
In an era when America is still too divided by race and by riches, Judge [Samuel] Alito has not written one single… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
If confirmed, Judge [Samuel] Alito could serve on the court for generation or more. And the decisions he will make as justice… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
It is extraordinary that each of the three individuals this president [ George W. Bush] has nominated for the Supreme Court -… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
I had the privilege of chairing Judge Samuel Alito confirmation hearing in 1990. And at that time, he had practiced law for… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
Ultimately, the courts will make the final judgment whether the White House has gone too far. Independent and impartial judges must assess… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
When I look at that record in light of the 1985 job application to the [Ronald] Reagan Justice Department, it's even more… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
In an era when too many Americans are losing their jobs or working for less, trying to make ends meet, in close… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
In decision after decision on the bench, Judge [Samuel] Alito has excused abusive actions by the authorities that intrude on the personal… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
I believe that the Constitution is not hostile to the idea that national problems can be solved at the national level through… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
It's disgraceful that year after year, Congress has bowed to the tobacco lobby and refused to act. — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
Sometimes a party must sail against the wind. We cannot heed the call of those who say it is time to furl the sail.… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
The torture and other sadistic abuses of prisoners in Iraq have done immense damage already to America's reputation in the world, and the worst… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
The great adventures which our opponents offer is a voyage into the past. Progress is our heritage, not theirs. What is right for us… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
Justice Lewis Powell spoke for all of us when he said: Equal justice under law is perhaps the most inspiring idea of our society.… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
Frankly, I don't mind not being President. I just mind that someone else is. — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
[W]ords are fine, but it has to be what a generation reads into those words. — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
Earlier this week ... scientists announced the completion of a task that once seemed unimaginable; and that is, the deciphering of the entire DNA… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
She's a wonderful, wonderful person, and we're looking to a happy and wonderful night - ah, life. — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
I applaud the fact that the president has reached out to the members of Judiciary Committee. And I applaud. the fact that he has… — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
ur struggle is not with some monarch named George who inherited the crown - although it often seems that way. — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
We are giving assurance to the American families that help is on its way. — Edward Kennedy Copy Share Image
![“In an era when America is still too divided by race and by riches, Judge [Samuel] Alito has not written one single opinion on the merits in favor of a person of color alleging race discrimination on the job: in 15 years on the bench, not one.” quote by Edward Kennedy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bab/edward-kennedy-3423_america_in-an-era-when-america-is-still-too-divi_1208135.jpg)
![“If confirmed, Judge [Samuel] Alito could serve on the court for generation or more. And the decisions he will make as justice will have a direct impact on the lives and liberties of our children, our grandchildren, and even our great-grandchildren.” quote by Edward Kennedy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e5e/edward-kennedy-3423_children_if-confirmed-judge-samuel-alito-could-se_1786864.jpg)
![“It is extraordinary that each of the three individuals this president [ George W. Bush] has nominated for the Supreme Court - Chief Justice [John] Roberts, Harriet Miers and now Judge Alito - has served not only as a lawyer for the executive branch, but has defended the most expansive view of…” quote by Edward Kennedy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f6d/edward-kennedy-3423_authority_it-is-extraordinary-that-each-of-the-thr_602693.jpg)
![“When I look at that record in light of the 1985 job application to the [Ronald] Reagan Justice Department, it's even more troubling.That document lays out an ideological agenda that highlights Judge Samuel Alito in belonging to an alumni group at Princeton that opposed the admission of women and…” quote by Edward Kennedy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8d8/edward-kennedy-3423_admission_when-i-look-at-that-record-in-light-of-t_2368110.jpg)
![“In an era when too many Americans are losing their jobs or working for less, trying to make ends meet, in close cases Judge [Samuel] Alito has ruled the vast majority of the time against the claims of the individual citizens. He has acted instead in favor of government, large corporations and…” quote by Edward Kennedy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f9c/edward-kennedy-3423_cases_in-an-era-when-too-many-americans-are-lo_3072772.jpg)
![“In decision after decision on the bench, Judge [Samuel] Alito has excused abusive actions by the authorities that intrude on the personal privacy and freedoms of average Americans.” quote by Edward Kennedy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/20d/edward-kennedy-3423_abusive_in-decision-after-decision-on-the-bench_3138371.jpg)
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