In 1977, at least, he wished to have people believe that he shared and was proud of an attitude toward women that is not acceptable in a politician. In 2003, all he has said is that he doesn't remember the interview.
Michael KinsleySo the danger of conservative judicial activism has been averted for another year. Stay tuned.
Michael KinsleyConservatives and liberals alike have been waiting for this moment for a third of a century.
Michael KinsleyIs there any other democracy where the voters are as spoiled as they are in the United States? Especially, of course, in certain states, such as Iowa and New Hampshire, where the old joke is literally true about the citizens who say they haven't yet formed an opinion about a candidate because they've only met the fellow a few times.
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