I think that what my parents taught me about hard work, optimism and education still holds true.
Samuel AlitoWhen I entered college, I thought that I wanted to be a lawyer, but by the time I was set to graduate, I was not too sure of that.
Samuel AlitoIt was a time of turmoil at colleges and universities. And I saw some very smart people and very privileged people behaving irresponsibly. And I couldn't help making a contrast between some of the worst of what I saw on the campus and the good sense and the decency of the people back in my own community.
Samuel AlitoA judge can't have any preferred outcome in any particular case. The judge's only obligation - and it's a solemn obligation - is to the rule of law.
Samuel Alito