Senate Must Ask Tough Questions of Judge Sotomayor on Constitution and Judicial Philosophy

“…it’s critical that the American people understand the judicial philosophy and temperament of Judge Sotomayor.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel

WASHINGTON, July 14, 2009—As confirmation hearings begin, the American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ) is urging members of the Senate Judiciary Committee to ask the tough questions of Judge Sonia Sotomayor regarding her view of the Constitution and her judicial philosophy.

"The Senate must fulfill its constitutional role in providing advice and consent by asking Judge Sotomayor challenging, in-depth questions, including what she believes is the proper role of judges?  How does she view her role as a judge?  These are important questions that deserve straight-forward answers," said Jay Sekulow, the ACLJ's chief counsel.

"A Supreme Court appointment is the lasting legacy of a President.  As President Obama moves to reshape the federal judiciary, it's critical that the American people understand the judicial philosophy and temperament of Judge Sotomayor," said Sekulow.  "Let's not forget the scope and intensity of questions posed to President Bush's Supreme Court nominees, John Roberts and Samuel Alito."  The questioning of Judge Sotomayor must be direct, focused and in-depth.  The nominee must answer the questions clearly and without reservation.  The American people deserve nothing less."
 
Led by Chief Counsel Jay Sekulow, the American Center for Law and Justice focuses on constitutional law and is based in Washington, D.C.  The ACLJ is online at www.ACLJ.org.  The ACLJ's online newsroom-which includes high-resolution, downloadable graphics, principal bios, and ACLJ fact sheets-can be accessed at www.DeMossNews.com/ACLJ.

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