We have a history of gender and racial bias on our court that continues to undermine the system. Excluding individuals based on race is antagonistic to the pursuit of justice.

In July of 1983, I left Washington, DC area and have had minimal contact with Judge Clarence Thomas since

I have no personal vendetta against Clarence Thomas. I seek only to provide the committee with information which it may regard as relevant

I was aware, however, that telling at any point in my career could adversely affect my future career

One of the things I was taught in law school is that I'd never be able to think the same again - that being a lawyer is something that's part of who I am as an individual now.

You can't always expect a certain result, but you can expect to do your best.

But the issue of sexual harassment is not the end of it. There are other issues - political issues, gender issues - that people need to be educated about.