What the framers of the Constitution tried to achieve when they wrote that Constitution back in the 1700s was an independent federal judiciary. They wanted federal judges to be appointed by the president, with the advice and consent of the Senate, and to serve for good behavior.

Having family responsibilities and concerns just has to make you a more understanding person.

I like to think that the court will continue to be held in high regard by the public. I think it should be.

I tried to decide each case based on the law and the Constitution.

A fundamental premise of American democratic theory is that government exists to serve the people. ... Public records are one portal through which the people observe their government, ensuring its accountability, integrity, and equity while minimizing sovereign mischief and malfeasance

I have always thought that while it's wonderful to be the first to do something, you don't want to be the last.

How dare you make my life a felony.