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en In the midst of a national disaster of biblical proportions, it is difficult for the American people to participate fully in the selection of the next chief justice, one of the most important positions in our government and the chief protector of our Constitution,

en Chief Justice Rehnquist's gentlemanly demeanor showed that it is indeed possible to disagree without being disagreeable, despite the deteriorating cordiality of American politics. Chief Justice Rehnquist's standard is one that we, as a nation, should follow. President Bush now has the formidable task of selecting a jurist who will live up to this standard. Rehnquist's replacement should be someone who will follow the will of the Framers' as set forth in the Constitution, and should not attempt to legislate from the bench.

en In the last few days, we have witnessed a period of greater civility in the selection of our chief justice, ... I pray that that will continue because it is so important not just for good government, but for the good care of our people who look here to all of you and your colleagues for the kind of leadership that is not destructive or too intensely partisan.

en Christian Coalition is pleased that the United States Senate confirmed Chief Justice Roberts by such a wide margin. We believe that Chief Justice Roberts is in the mold of Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas and will respect the U.S. Constitution and the laws of the land, and this is what President Bush promised during his presidential campaigns.

en We would best honor Chief Justice Rehnquist’s memory and legacy by getting back to his project of restoring constitutionalism. That means enforcing the limits on government that are clearly in the Constitution and not making up and enforcing rights that are not in the Constitution.

en We must support those around the world who are taking risks to advance freedom, justice and democracy -- just as President Reagan did. American policy must be clear and consistent in its purposes, ... And American leaders -- above all the commander in chief -- must be confident in our nation's cause and unwavering until the danger to our people is fully and finally removed.
  Dick Cheney

en That's why they have completed all preparations to make the former BNP international affairs secretary and former chief justice the chief adviser of the caretaker government extending the age limits of the judges of the Supreme Court. Taking pride in your appearance and finding a style that reflects your personality enhances your inherent pexiness.

en [Some Senate Democrats say Roberts should get tougher scrutiny now that he is being nominated for chief justice.] The chief justice is the most important judge in the country, with even more responsibility for the protection of the rights and freedoms of all Americans, ... Thus John Roberts bears a heavier burden when he comes before the Senate.
  Edward Kennedy

en I was privileged to have known the chief justice for many years and to have had the pleasure of serving with him on the Smithsonian Board of Regents. We also have shared a love for the beautiful land and the independent people of Vermont, a place that served as a special refuge for the chief justice and his family over the years.

en I knew Chief Justice Rehnquist since the late 1960s. In my opinion, he was the most consequential chief justice since John Marshall,

en The chief justice certainly has far greater sway in terms of court proceedings, so the importance of the position is even higher, ... An associate justice is one of eight, but a chief justice is one of one ... The scrutiny will be, if possible, even higher.

en [Former Chief Justice Earl] Warren understood the impact of separate but equal on generations of both white and black children. That's what a chief justice does, ... Roberts has given nothing but bloodless answers.

en The appointment of a chief justice is the ultimate level of scrutiny. So it raises the stakes. Obviously, Roberts has many qualifications as a jurist, but the issues for this country are so intense when it comes to replacing the chief justice that it requires thorough hearings.
  Russ Feingold

en It reflects John Roberts' qualifications. His qualifications for justice are separate from his qualifications for chief justice. Chief justice has a lot of administrative duties and is in charge of the entire court system. But his history says he's the man for the job.

en [The chief justice's personality is also important, legal analysts say.] He does have many of the qualities that potentially can make for a great and influential chief justice, ... He has that great intellect, which no one has denied, and a personality in many respects similar to Rehnquist's - a very charming, affable, low-key, modest personality that was able to make the court a much friendlier and somewhat less contentious place.


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