I accept the proposition that...“to judge is an exercise of power” and because...“there is no objective stance but only a series of perspectives – no neutrality, no escape from choice in judging,” I further accept that our experiences as women and people of color affect our decisions.
Sonia SotomayorI think being a Catholic made me a better person. It taught me how to choose good over evil, and how to be a more caring human being.
Sonia SotomayorI accept the proposition that...“to judge is an exercise of power” and because...“there is no objective stance but only a series of perspectives – no neutrality, no escape from choice in judging,” I further accept that our experiences as women and people of color affect our decisions.
Sonia SotomayorEven though Article IV of the Constitution says that treaties are the 'supreme law of the land,' in most instances they're not even law.
Sonia SotomayorIf the issue is letting the states experiment and letting the society have more time to figure out its direction, why is taking a case now the answer?
Sonia SotomayorMy job as a prosecutor is to do justice. And justice is served when a guilty man is convicted and an innocent man is not.
Sonia SotomayorI want to state upfront, unequivocally and without doubt: I do not believe that any racial, ethnic or gender group has an advantage in sound judging. I do believe that every person has an equal opportunity to be a good and wise judge, regardless of their background or life experiences.
Sonia Sotomayor