American radicals cannot afford to become their own worst enemies. In unity lies their only hope.

Like all Jews, I was probably at a Chinese restaurant!

When the Senate ceases to engage nominees in meaningful discussion of legal issues, the confirmation process takes on an air of vacuity and farce, and the Senate becomes incapable of evaluating nominees or appropriately educating the public.

To have the opportunity to lead the Solicitor General's office is the honor of a lifetime. As you know, this is an office with a long and rich tradition, not only of extraordinary legal skill but also of extraordinary professionalism and integrity. That is due, in large measure, to the people who have led it.

I have no regrets. I don't believe in looking back. What I am proudest of? Working really hard... and achieving as much as I could.

What my political views or my constitutional views are just doesn't matter.

There is no federal constitutional right to same-sex marriage.