Big guy and little guy, it should make no difference. The rule of law demands neutrality.

Politicians must let voters know what they think about issues before the election. Judges should not.

I was pleased to see that Chief Justice [John] Roberts refused to prejudge issues or make promises in exchange for confirmation votes. We're all better off because of his principled stand.

Big guy and little guy, it should make no difference. The rule of law demands neutrality.

The only relevant side is that of the law and the Constitution. We do great injury to the integrity of the court system when we start speaking of sides and stop devoting ourselves to the pursuit of impartial justice.

It ought to be done by the elected officials themselves because they have the credibility. And it's not like we aren't willing to help.

It is true that, when an entitlement begins to be enjoyed by people, they like to keep it.