July 13, 2009

(Washington, DC) – The American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ), focusing on constitutional law, today urged 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 as confirmation hearings get underway for the nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court.

“The Senate must fulfill its constitutional role in providing advice and consent and that means asking the tough, in-depth questions about Judge Sotomayor’s view of the Constitution and her judicial philosophy,” said Jay Sekulow, Chief Counsel of the ACLJ.  “What does Judge Sotomayor believe is the proper role of judges?  How does she view her role as a judge?  These are important questions that deserve straight-forward answers.  A Supreme Court appointment is the lasting legacy of a President.  And, 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.  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.