Activist Quote by Chuck Grassley

In an era when too many Americans are losing their jobs or working for less, trying to make ends meet, in close cases Judge…

— Edward Kennedy

In an era when America is still too divided by race and by riches, Judge [Samuel] Alito has not written one single opinion on…

— Edward Kennedy

Judge [Samuel] Alito enjoys the support and respect of the people who work with him, practice with him and, therefore, know him best.

— Chuck Grassley

Judge [Samuel] Alito has a reputation for being an exceptional and honest judge devoted to the rule of law, as well as being a…

— Chuck Grassley

The fact that Judge [Samuel] Alito is such a baseball fan gives me even more confidence that he knows the proper role of a…

— Orrin Hatch

Judge [Samuel] Alito should see criticism as a badge of honor worn by many past and present members of the Court.

— Chuck Grassley

Judge Samuel Alito, millions of Americans are concerned about your nomination. They're worried that you would be a judicial activist who would restrict our…

— Dick Durbin

In an era where the White House is abusing power, is excusing and authorizing torture and is spying on American citizens, I find Judge…

— Samuel Alito

The real debate is we've had an activist court, and the American people don't want an activist court. And the real fear from those…

— Tom Coburn

I'm afraid, is that there are a number of groups who really don't want a fair-minded judge who has an openness to both sides…

— John Cornyn

This [Judge Samuel Alito] may be one of the most significant or consequential nominations that the Senate will vote on since I've been here…

— Joe Biden

If confirmed, Judge [Samuel] Alito could serve on the court for generation or more. And the decisions he will make as justice will have…

— Edward Kennedy