In my work a good library is essential. It enables me to learn the background and previous discussions of the various issues I am called upon to decide. It provides the stability and continuity for the rule of law.

We have a complex system of government. You have to teach it to every generation.

I'm not on the court anymore, so no use looking for my philosophy. If somebody's waiting for that, they can wait for another justice.

I think I learned to appreciate and treasure each day, because you don't know how many you're going to be given.

It is a measure of the framers' fear that a passing majority might find it expedient to compromise 4th Amendment values that these values were embodied in the Constitution itself.

(W)e do not count heads before enforcing the First Amendment.

Suppose you had a cross burning in a play or a movie... Would that be intimidating?