Since I have difficulty defining merit and what merit alone means - and in any context, whether it's judicial or otherwise - I accept that different experiences in and of itself, bring merit to the system.

You can't be a minority in this society without having someone express disapproval about affirmative action.

I am growing to love DC. But the core of Sonia is a New Yorker.

You can only stay connected if you feel connected.

I do believe that every person has an equal opportunity to be a good and wise judge regardless of their background or life experiences.

For as long as I can remember, I have been inspired by the achievement of our founding fathers. They set forth principles that have endured for than more two centuries. Those principles are as meaningful and relevant in each generation as the generation before. It would be a profound privilege for me to play a role in applying those principles to the questions and controversies we face today.

I am a New Yorker, and 7:00 A.M. is a civilized hour to finish the day, not to start it.