So – here is my frustration for today. . .
Republicans are questioning how Judge Sotomayor would apply the law, noting her remark in 2001 that she hoped her decisions as a “wise Latina” would be better than those of a white male who hadn’t had the same experiences. Obama has said she misspoke; some Republicans have called the comment racist. Senator Patrick Leahy, hoping to shepherd a smooth and quick confirmation for Sotomayor, asked her what she meant by her 2001 comment and said the judge told him: “Of course one’s life experience shapes who you are, but … as a judge, you follow the law.”
I respect her. Is she a hero – no, but does she have balls? Yes. And – I think I agree with her. We all have biases. The key is not letting them weigh into what decisions you make if you are a member of the Supreme Court of the United States.
I’ll try to write earlier tomorrow. G’night.
