My sense is that jurists from other nations around the world understand that our court occupies a very special place in the American system, and that the court is rather well regarded in comparison, perhaps, to their own.
Sandra Day O'ConnorHaving family responsibilities and concerns just has to make you a more understanding person.
Sandra Day O'ConnorMy hope is that 10 years from now, after I've been across the street at work for a while, they'll all be glad they gave me that wonderful vote.
Sandra Day O'ConnorThe power I exert on the court depends on the power of the power of my arguments, not my gender
Sandra Day O'Connor