But one way or another, judges perform a very vital function in our society. They have a risky job and they are entitled to security.

The fundamental purpose of government is to protect its citizens.

It so happens that I'm pro choice.

It has been my experience that the hearings are really, in effect, a subtle minuet, with the nominee answering as many questions as he thinks necessary in order to be confirmed.

Was the Vietnam conflict a war which should have, as a matter of constitutional law, required a declaration of war by Congress?

The essence of a democracy is a free electorate.

I must say I am not pleased to have to arrange the Senate schedule around the availability of Senators who are running for President.