Kavanaugh Sobers Up

[BS Filter]

So it's patently dishonest?

The Democrats smear campaign is dishonest, disgraceful, disgusting, and reprehensible.

I love your country, and I hate to see it descending into such sleazy depths as just lately.

And then there's this
The main reason they want Kavanaugh in now is because there is a case on the docket next month, Gamble vs US. What is at stake in this case is "separate but sovereigns" exception to double jeopardy. That means if Kavanaugh and the 4 other conservative justices vote to overrule it, people given Presidential pardons for federal crimes cannot be tried for that crime at the state level. This is a way for Trump to pardon everyone that has been charged and is cooperating in the Mueller investigation and for them to legally get off Scott free.
Please call all of your representation-call Mitch McConnell and tell them you know what they are doing and you will vote their corrupt butts out if they continue protecting elected felons at the behest of the American people.

You protect Democrat felons. Fair is fair.

BS stop BSing me You own congress the presidency and the supremes How TF ,can we protect them?

Your party history shows you ignore bad behavior.

 

[miketx]

Because the Democrats have never appointed a partisan liberal. Lol! That is pretty funny.

were they installed for the primary purpose to save a president who might be indicted?

Again, do you have proof? Because what I read he clarified his position quite while, however bigotry and hate may have clouded your view.

pap I don't get you Yeah he clarified a while ago that he doesn't believe a president can be indicted No other candidate has stated such, that I know of Trump is looking for an ass saving Justice

What phony Trumped up accusation will you sling out tomorrow?

did you read post 250?

When did you start not loving convicted felons?

 

[Darkwind]

So maybe you will tell Me.

How many cases do you think will come before Kavanaugh in which his two little girls, his wife, and his sterling reputation will be ruthlessly attacked with fictitious claims, slander, outright lies?

Not many. Once he is seated he is there. We don’t nominate and confirm judges based on a fear of how much noise the lunatic left will make.

My point was that judicial temperament was not on display when Kavanaugh rightly defended himself and was angry about the loathsome way in which his name and family were attacked.

He has 26 years of a proven record of judicial temperament.

 

[edward37]

The Democrats smear campaign is dishonest, disgraceful, disgusting, and reprehensible.

I love your country, and I hate to see it descending into such sleazy depths as just lately.

And then there's this
The main reason they want Kavanaugh in now is because there is a case on the docket next month, Gamble vs US. What is at stake in this case is "separate but sovereigns" exception to double jeopardy. That means if Kavanaugh and the 4 other conservative justices vote to overrule it, people given Presidential pardons for federal crimes cannot be tried for that crime at the state level. This is a way for Trump to pardon everyone that has been charged and is cooperating in the Mueller investigation and for them to legally get off Scott free.
Please call all of your representation-call Mitch McConnell and tell them you know what they are doing and you will vote their corrupt butts out if they continue protecting elected felons at the behest of the American people.

You protect Democrat felons. Fair is fair.

BS stop BSing me You own congress the presidency and the supremes How TF ,can we protect them?

Your party history shows you ignore bad behavior.

And your party history shows as with Hillary ,you're like bulldogs not giving up ripping her for 25 or so years all FOR NOTHING She testified for 11 hours in front of your shithead congress and was cool calm and collected NOT like the pos you'll be voting in soon

 

[edward37]

were they installed for the primary purpose to save a president who might be indicted?

Again, do you have proof? Because what I read he clarified his position quite while, however bigotry and hate may have clouded your view.

pap I don't get you Yeah he clarified a while ago that he doesn't believe a president can be indicted No other candidate has stated such, that I know of Trump is looking for an ass saving Justice

What phony Trumped up accusation will you sling out tomorrow?

did you read post 250?

When did you start not loving convicted felons?

back about 20 years ago when I was a republican

 

[BS Filter]

I love your country, and I hate to see it descending into such sleazy depths as just lately.

And then there's this
The main reason they want Kavanaugh in now is because there is a case on the docket next month, Gamble vs US. What is at stake in this case is "separate but sovereigns" exception to double jeopardy. That means if Kavanaugh and the 4 other conservative justices vote to overrule it, people given Presidential pardons for federal crimes cannot be tried for that crime at the state level. This is a way for Trump to pardon everyone that has been charged and is cooperating in the Mueller investigation and for them to legally get off Scott free.
Please call all of your representation-call Mitch McConnell and tell them you know what they are doing and you will vote their corrupt butts out if they continue protecting elected felons at the behest of the American people.

You protect Democrat felons. Fair is fair.

BS stop BSing me You own congress the presidency and the supremes How TF ,can we protect them?

Your party history shows you ignore bad behavior.

And your party history shows as with Hillary ,you're like bulldogs not giving up ripping her for 25 or so years all FOR NOTHING She testified for 11 hours in front of your shithead congress and was cool calm and collected NOT like the pos you'll be voting in soon

And Comey said she lied to congress. You've seen the video, I've shown it to you, yet you still defend the lying wench. You're brainwashed.

 

[JWBooth]

Again, do you have proof? Because what I read he clarified his position quite while, however bigotry and hate may have clouded your view.

pap I don't get you Yeah he clarified a while ago that he doesn't believe a president can be indicted No other candidate has stated such, that I know of Trump is looking for an ass saving Justice

What phony Trumped up accusation will you sling out tomorrow?

did you read post 250?

When did you start not loving convicted felons?

back about 20 years ago when I was a republican

Went from bad to worse.

 

[Papageorgio]

Seriously? Oh my, you have it bad.

Soooo, because your mom took them, you assume Kavanaughs’s wife does...
How do I know you aren’t lying about taking them yourself, now? Oh, you want us to believe you, even though there IS no evidence of such.
Unlike Kavanaugh, who had numerous people deny there was such a gathering that Ford claimed were there...

Sure... his wife’s tranquilizers? Do you have experience with them?

I am really surprised at what a strong reaction Kavanaugh's kind-of-apology thread is getting. I figured it would sink to page 3 on the Active List within in an hour, like most of my threads do.

Huh.

I respect USMB rules and I was not trying to trigger just more comments on whether Kavanaugh is a good guy or a bad guy. I would have stuck it in the daily thread on the subject if I had that in mind. I guess just saying the name is going to trigger this crowd, though, and set them going like an overused answering machine message.

Yeah, I think he was under the influence of something when he testified and who cares; I'm NOT saying the guy is an alcoholic or that he was shitfaced when he testified. A bit buzzed, though. He probably thought it would relax him to have a couple drinks or one of his wife's tranquilizers, and I'm not saying the guy is an alcoholic. ALL I'm saying is ... he seems to have sobered up and perhaps is not quite so rabid as he acted last week, which is probably a good thing and I'd think everyone would be quite happy for that.

As a matter of fact, yes. My mom slipped me a Valium before a wake and it made me MORE tearful and then I wanted to eat a whole pan of brownies. And then I needed a nap. I would never take one of them things again. It just made me stupid and leaky.

They denied nothing...they said they don't remember. Those are not the same thing, you know.

Ford's friend not only doesn't remember being there knowing or even meeting Kavanaugh, there were only five people there and she didn't meet him? i would need more evidence then that.

 

[McRocket]

I guess it's as close as we'll get to an "I'm sorry" for all the disrespectful, flippant responses to questions and angry shouting at last week's hearing. Just remember, he's really impartial.
LOL

• I Am an Independent, Impartial Judge

Yes, I was emotional last Thursday. I hope everyone can understand I was there as a son, husband and dad.
By
Brett M. Kavanaugh
Oct. 4, 2018 7:30 p.m. ET

I was deeply honored to stand at the White House July 9 with my wife, Ashley, and my daughters, Margaret and Liza, to accept President Trump’s nomination to succeed my former boss and mentor, Justice Anthony Kennedy, on the Supreme Court. My mom, Martha—one of the first women to serve as a Maryland prosecutor and trial judge, and my inspiration to become a lawyer—sat in the audience with my dad, Ed.

That night, I told the American people who I am and what I believe. I talked about my 28-year career as a lawyer, almost all of which has been in public service. I talked about my 12 years as a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, often called the second most important court in the country, and my five years of service in the White House for President George W. Bush. I talked about my long record of advancing and promoting women, including as a judge—a majority of my 48 law clerks have been women—and as a longtime coach of girls’ basketball teams.


As I explained that night, a good judge must be an umpire—a neutral and impartial arbiter who favors no political party, litigant or policy. As Justice Kennedy has stated, judges do not make decisions to reach a preferred result. Judges make decisions because the law and the Constitution compel the result. Over the past 12 years, I have ruled sometimes for the prosecution and sometimes for criminal defendants, sometimes for workers and sometimes for businesses, sometimes for environmentalists and sometimes for coal miners. In each case, I have followed the law. I do not decide cases based on personal or policy preferences. I am not a pro-plaintiff or pro-defendant judge. I am not a pro-prosecution or pro-defense judge. I am a pro-law judge.
As Justice Kennedy showed us, a judge must be independent, not swayed by public pressure. Our independent judiciary is the crown jewel of our constitutional republic. The Supreme Court is the last line of defense for the separation of powers, and for the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution.

The Supreme Court must never be viewed as a partisan institution. The justices do not sit on opposite sides of an aisle. They do not caucus in separate rooms. As I have said repeatedly, if confirmed to the court, I would be part of a team of nine, committed to deciding cases according to the Constitution and laws of the United States. I would always strive to be a team player.

During the confirmation process, I met with 65 senators and explained my approach to the law. I participated in more than 30 hours of hearings before the Senate Judiciary Committee, and I submitted written answers to nearly 1,300 additional questions. I was grateful for the opportunity.

After all those meetings and after my initial hearing concluded, I was subjected to wrongful and sometimes vicious allegations. My time in high school and college, more than 30 years ago, has been ridiculously distorted. My wife and daughters have faced vile and violent threats.

Against that backdrop, I testified before the Judiciary Committee last Thursday to defend my family, my good name and my lifetime of public service. My hearing testimony was forceful and passionate. That is because I forcefully and passionately denied the allegation against me. At times, my testimony—both in my opening statement and in response to questions—reflected my overwhelming frustration at being wrongly accused, without corroboration, of horrible conduct completely contrary to my record and character. My statement and answers also reflected my deep distress at the unfairness of how this allegation has been handled.

I was very emotional last Thursday, more so than I have ever been. I might have been too emotional at times. I know that my tone was sharp, and I said a few things I should not have said. I hope everyone can understand that I was there as a son, husband and dad. I testified with five people foremost in my mind: my mom, my dad, my wife, and most of all my daughters.

Going forward, you can count on me to be the same kind of judge and person I have been for my entire 28-year legal career: hardworking, even-keeled, open-minded, independent and dedicated to the Constitution and the public good. As a judge, I have always treated colleagues and litigants with the utmost respect. I have been known for my courtesy on and off the bench. I have not changed. I will continue to be the same kind of judge I have been for the last 12 years. And I will continue to contribute to our country as a coach, volunteer, and teacher. Every day I will try to be the best husband, dad, and friend I can be. I will remain optimistic, on the sunrise side of the mountain. I will continue to see the day that is coming, not the day that is gone.

I revere the Constitution. I believe that an independent and impartial judiciary is essential to our constitutional republic. If confirmed by the Senate to serve on the Supreme Court, I will keep an open mind in every case and always strive to preserve the Constitution of the United States and the American rule of law.

Judge Kavanaugh has been nominated as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Appeared in the October 5, 2018, print edition.
Opinion | I Am an Independent, Impartial Judge

It means nothing - anyone could have typed that. And considering how important his nomination is to the Reps...almost anyone probably did.

I don't care much about 35 year old unsubstantiated allegations. What I care about is the spoiled and childish way he handled himself. That is NOT the behaviour I want to see in a SCOTUS judge.
Even if he did write the above - it still means nothing. Writing something on your own time to make yourself sound great is easy.
But we now know that under the microscope - he is weak.

 

[Mindful]

When will the next character assassin come out of hiding?

 

[edward37]

When will the next character assassin come out of hiding?

there are many choices trump could go to but none who promised to save his ass or vote against rvw..Kavanaugh stands alone with that

 

[JWBooth]

When will the next character assassin come out of hiding?

They'll kick in on the lower court appointments just to stay in practice.

 

[Cecilie1200]

I guess it's as close as we'll get to an "I'm sorry" for all the disrespectful, flippant responses to questions and angry shouting at last week's hearing. Just remember, he's really impartial.
LOL

• I Am an Independent, Impartial Judge

Yes, I was emotional last Thursday. I hope everyone can understand I was there as a son, husband and dad.
By
Brett M. Kavanaugh
Oct. 4, 2018 7:30 p.m. ET

I was deeply honored to stand at the White House July 9 with my wife, Ashley, and my daughters, Margaret and Liza, to accept President Trump’s nomination to succeed my former boss and mentor, Justice Anthony Kennedy, on the Supreme Court. My mom, Martha—one of the first women to serve as a Maryland prosecutor and trial judge, and my inspiration to become a lawyer—sat in the audience with my dad, Ed.

That night, I told the American people who I am and what I believe. I talked about my 28-year career as a lawyer, almost all of which has been in public service. I talked about my 12 years as a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, often called the second most important court in the country, and my five years of service in the White House for President George W. Bush. I talked about my long record of advancing and promoting women, including as a judge—a majority of my 48 law clerks have been women—and as a longtime coach of girls’ basketball teams.


As I explained that night, a good judge must be an umpire—a neutral and impartial arbiter who favors no political party, litigant or policy. As Justice Kennedy has stated, judges do not make decisions to reach a preferred result. Judges make decisions because the law and the Constitution compel the result. Over the past 12 years, I have ruled sometimes for the prosecution and sometimes for criminal defendants, sometimes for workers and sometimes for businesses, sometimes for environmentalists and sometimes for coal miners. In each case, I have followed the law. I do not decide cases based on personal or policy preferences. I am not a pro-plaintiff or pro-defendant judge. I am not a pro-prosecution or pro-defense judge. I am a pro-law judge.
As Justice Kennedy showed us, a judge must be independent, not swayed by public pressure. Our independent judiciary is the crown jewel of our constitutional republic. The Supreme Court is the last line of defense for the separation of powers, and for the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution.

The Supreme Court must never be viewed as a partisan institution. The justices do not sit on opposite sides of an aisle. They do not caucus in separate rooms. As I have said repeatedly, if confirmed to the court, I would be part of a team of nine, committed to deciding cases according to the Constitution and laws of the United States. I would always strive to be a team player.

During the confirmation process, I met with 65 senators and explained my approach to the law. I participated in more than 30 hours of hearings before the Senate Judiciary Committee, and I submitted written answers to nearly 1,300 additional questions. I was grateful for the opportunity.

After all those meetings and after my initial hearing concluded, I was subjected to wrongful and sometimes vicious allegations. My time in high school and college, more than 30 years ago, has been ridiculously distorted. My wife and daughters have faced vile and violent threats.

Against that backdrop, I testified before the Judiciary Committee last Thursday to defend my family, my good name and my lifetime of public service. My hearing testimony was forceful and passionate. That is because I forcefully and passionately denied the allegation against me. At times, my testimony—both in my opening statement and in response to questions—reflected my overwhelming frustration at being wrongly accused, without corroboration, of horrible conduct completely contrary to my record and character. My statement and answers also reflected my deep distress at the unfairness of how this allegation has been handled.

I was very emotional last Thursday, more so than I have ever been. I might have been too emotional at times. I know that my tone was sharp, and I said a few things I should not have said. I hope everyone can understand that I was there as a son, husband and dad. I testified with five people foremost in my mind: my mom, my dad, my wife, and most of all my daughters.

Going forward, you can count on me to be the same kind of judge and person I have been for my entire 28-year legal career: hardworking, even-keeled, open-minded, independent and dedicated to the Constitution and the public good. As a judge, I have always treated colleagues and litigants with the utmost respect. I have been known for my courtesy on and off the bench. I have not changed. I will continue to be the same kind of judge I have been for the last 12 years. And I will continue to contribute to our country as a coach, volunteer, and teacher. Every day I will try to be the best husband, dad, and friend I can be. I will remain optimistic, on the sunrise side of the mountain. I will continue to see the day that is coming, not the day that is gone.

I revere the Constitution. I believe that an independent and impartial judiciary is essential to our constitutional republic. If confirmed by the Senate to serve on the Supreme Court, I will keep an open mind in every case and always strive to preserve the Constitution of the United States and the American rule of law.

Judge Kavanaugh has been nominated as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Appeared in the October 5, 2018, print edition.
Opinion | I Am an Independent, Impartial Judge

It means nothing - anyone could have typed that. And considering how important his nomination is to the Reps...almost anyone probably did.

I don't care much about 35 year old unsubstantiated allegations. What I care about is the spoiled and childish way he handled himself. That is NOT the behaviour I want to see in a SCOTUS judge.
Even if he did write the above - it still means nothing. Writing something on your own time to make yourself sound great is easy.
But we now know that under the microscope - he is weak.

Tell me all about how YOU would behave - or fondly imagine you would behave - if YOU were labeled a rapist in front of the whole world.

Go ahead, amuse us with your delusional lies about what you would have done, and what you demand Kavanaugh should have done (as though impressing the likes of you ever was or ever should have been a concern of his).

 

[BS Filter]

When will the next character assassin come out of hiding?

there are many choices trump could go to but none who promised to save his ass or vote against rvw..Kavanaugh stands alone with that

You're believing your own party propaganda. All you have to do to get rid of Trump is take over the House and Senate. That's how you get rid of a President, not by harassing them with investigations and crap for 8 years like democrats want to do.

 

[edward37]

why can't trump find one juror who can work both sides of the aisle?

 

[iceberg]

When will the next character assassin come out of hiding?

there are many choices trump could go to but none who promised to save his ass or vote against rvw..Kavanaugh stands alone with that

go ahead and cite the path to be taken to save trump and how 4 more justices will go along with it.

 

[miketx]

Again, do you have proof? Because what I read he clarified his position quite while, however bigotry and hate may have clouded your view.

pap I don't get you Yeah he clarified a while ago that he doesn't believe a president can be indicted No other candidate has stated such, that I know of Trump is looking for an ass saving Justice

What phony Trumped up accusation will you sling out tomorrow?

did you read post 250?

When did you start not loving convicted felons?

back about 20 years ago when I was a republican

You must really be challenged. You just admitted to loving criminals, like we all know you do.

 

[BS Filter]

why can't trump find one juror who can work both sides of the aisle?

He doesn't have to. That's why. Win some seats and you'll get more of what you want the next time.

 

[xyz]

Does that stuff about the women even matter?

He has constantly lied about his work and that alone should disqualify him.

Five times Brett Kavanaugh appears to have lied to Congress while under oath

Brett Kavanaugh Also Lied About His Rulings on the Environment

 

[Cecilie1200]

Does that stuff about the women even matter?

He has constantly lied about his work and that alone should disqualify him.

Five times Brett Kavanaugh appears to have lied to Congress while under oath

Brett Kavanaugh Also Lied About His Rulings on the Environment

Do us all a favor and hold your breath waiting for someone here to value your "news sources" enough to waste time answering to their bullshit.