Whether interpreting the Constitution or filling in the blanks of a law or a regulation, every word of the court's opinion can widen or narrow our rights as Americans and either protect us or leave us more vulnerable to any winds that blow.
Herb KohlThrough its interpretation of the Constitution, the Supreme Court hugely shapes the fabric of our society for us and for future generations.
Herb KohlJudicial excellence means that a Supreme Court justice must have a sense of the values from which our core of our political- economic system goes. In other words, we should not approve any nominee whose extreme judicial philosophy would undermine rights and liberties relied upon by all Americans.
Herb KohlJudicial excellence requires candor before confirmation. We are being asked to give the nominee enormous power.
Herb Kohl