Harriet Miers
Harriet Miers
Harriet Ellan Miersis a Republican lawyer and former White House Counsel to President George W. Bush. In 2005, she was nominated by Bush to be an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court to replace retiring Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, but bipartisan opposition led President Bush to withdraw the nomination...
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The underlying theme in most of these cases is the insistence of more self-determination. And the more I think about these issues, the more self-determination makes sense.
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The wisdom of those who drafted our Constitution and conceived our nation as functioning with three strong and independent branches has proven truly remarkable.
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The same liberties that ensure a free society make the innocent vulnerable to those who prevent rights and privileges and commit senseless and cruel acts. Those precious liberties include free speech, freedom to assemble, freedom of liberties, access to public places, the right to bear arms, and freedom from constant surveillance. We are not willing to sacrifice these rights because of the acts of maniacs.
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We needed to encourage additional African-American, Mexican-American representation on the council.
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I don't know off hand. Let me ask Thomas and Scalia what they think.
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Obviously, we evaluated that this was the right time to settle and to resolve this matter and that it was in the best interest of the firm to do so.
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The administrative suspension was lifted as soon as my dues were received.
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I truly believe if the governor told her she should be an Astronaut, she would do her best to become one. I was struck by the tremendous impact you have on the children whose lives you touch.
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Yes, assuming need and resources. I do consider the AIDS illness as a serious, total community problem.
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I write to withdraw as a nominee to serve as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. ... I am concerned that the confirmation process presents a burden for the White House and our staff that is not in the best interest of the country.
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While I believe that my lengthy career provides sufficient evidence for consideration of my nomination, I am convinced the efforts to obtain Executive Branch materials and information will continue.
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I have been informed repeatedly that in lieu of records, I would be expected to testify about my service in the White House to demonstrate my experience and judicial philosophy,
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In order to effectively serve the American people, the president's powers must be protected. We must recognize that we are a nation at war, and that requires a strong presidency to act as commander-in-chief.
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I do not have all the facts on the significance of these ordinances; however, I am willing to discuss the need and make an appropriate decision when fully advised.