Kavanaugh Sobers Up

[Cecilie1200]

Kavanaugh was an Irish Catholic young man that was drinking in his teenage years...what a shocker!

The man's in his fifties now. I'm not the same person now that I was at 17. Who the hell is?

 

[Erinwltr]

Kavanaugh was an Irish Catholic young man that was drinking in his teenage years...what a shocker!

Justify and do penance. You people do.

 

[Erinwltr]

Kavanaugh was an Irish Catholic young man that was drinking in his teenage years...what a shocker!

Point taken, and justified.

 

[Erinwltr]

Kavanaugh was an Irish Catholic young man that was drinking in his teenage years...what a shocker!

The man's in his fifties now. I'm not the same person now that I was at 17. Who the hell is?

I love chatting with Cecil.

You excuse him now because he is in his 50s...

 

[easyt65]

Did anyone watch Collins' speech? Can you understand why I love this woman? No, she didn't vote as I would have. But she is a very careful, reasoned Senator who actually looks into the issues in depth and she explains why she is making the decision she does. I respect that a lot.

So do I. Great speech, yet you are not swayed. So be it.

I've always trusted her decision on his judicial record. She had made up her mind about that prior to the circus, and I knew she would have looked at it carefully. As disappointing as it may be, we cannot expect any more Sotomayors or Ginsbergs until a democrat is at 1600 Pennsylvania. And the way things are going lately, maybe not even then. So I didn't really care one way or the other until the hearing, and I didn't like what I saw. Until then I was pretty much just telling people to be FAIR.
LOL Fat chance around here, huh? A lot of people took that as being anti-Kavanaugh.

Sotomayor believed / believes in legislating from the bench.

 

[Crepitus]

He doesn't need to apologize for anything.

Do apologies for perjury help?

No, so tell Mizzz Ford not to bother.

Apparently perjury is one of those IOKIYAR things huh?

 

[JWBooth]

Old Lady must have imbibed too much of the cooking sherry when she wrote this title. I hear she’s an alcoholic.

I remember a now banned member who was slightly less articulate and who was usually into her 4th glass of wine by now and posted some of the funniest stuff. Damn if I can remember the name.

It took a while, now I recall...truthmatters

 

[Erinwltr]

Kavanaugh was an Irish Catholic young man that was drinking in his teenage years...what a shocker!

Another apologist. Who would have thought...

 

[Erinwltr]

He doesn't need to apologize for anything.

Do apologies for perjury help?

No, so tell Mizzz Ford not to bother.

Apparently perjury is one of those IOKIYAR things huh?

"It's OK if you're a republican". I had to google that.

 

[Cecilie1200]

He doesn't need to apologize for anything.

Do apologies for perjury help?

No, so tell Mizzz Ford not to bother.

Apparently perjury is one of those IOKIYAR things huh?

Apparently, making sense is not your strong suit.

 

[Crepitus]

He doesn't need to apologize for anything.

Do apologies for perjury help?

No, so tell Mizzz Ford not to bother.

Apparently perjury is one of those IOKIYAR things huh?

Apparently, making sense is not your strong suit.

Google is your friend kiddo.

But just this once I'll help you out. IOKIYAR means It's OK If You Are Republican.

 

[OldLady]

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

Let me get this straight. This man has been dragged through months of childish nonsense, culminating in weeks of being vilified in front of the whole world as a RAPIST based on nothing more than partisan bullshit, and you think you're entitled to an APOLOGY from him because you got YOUR wittle feewings hurt that he had the bad grace to get angry about it instead of thanking you for the opportunity to be targeted with a character assassination? Is that ACTUALLY what your self-absorbed, tone-deaf, snowflake ass just suggested?!

The only reason you got ANYTHING is because Kavanaugh is a far, FAR better human being than you ever dreamed of being on your best day, NOT because you deserve anything but a swift kick up the ass.

Oh shut up, bitch. I'm listening to a real lady explain patiently and in detail why she is voting yes for him.

Oh, shut up, bitch. You wouldn't know a real lady if you fell over one; you certainly aren't one yourself. And if you don't like hearing what a wretched, evil little snowflake you are, the only two solutions available to you are to stop being one, or take yourself elsewhere.

I repeat: you didn't get the apology you thought you deserved, because you didn't deserve any apology. Your vicious, partisan wrinkled ass deserved a good, hard, swift kicking, and nothing else. Instead of whining your fauxrage that Kavanaugh wasn't nice enough to you, you should be on your scabby knees, thanking God that he's a better person than you could ever dream of being.

You. Called. Him. A. Rapist.

And you expect HIM to apologize to YOU for not being nice enough about it. There are literally no words for how vile you are.

I. Never. Called. Him. A. Rapist, you foul mouthed troll. Do you actually think I give a shit what you call me? LOL

 

[OldLady]

Did anyone watch Collins' speech? Can you understand why I love this woman? No, she didn't vote as I would have. But she is a very careful, reasoned Senator who actually looks into the issues in depth and she explains why she is making the decision she does. I respect that a lot.

Gosh, I wonder if your "love" and approval are as deeply thought-out and meaningful as your condemnations.

Bawlin' Brett is your next SC Justice, so why don't you just shut the fuck up about it, Cecilie? I think he's an asshole. Live with it.

 

[Pogo]

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

Let me get this straight. This man has been dragged through months of childish nonsense, culminating in weeks of being vilified in front of the whole world as a RAPIST based on nothing more than partisan bullshit, and you think you're entitled to an APOLOGY from him because you got YOUR wittle feewings hurt that he had the bad grace to get angry about it instead of thanking you for the opportunity to be targeted with a character assassination? Is that ACTUALLY what your self-absorbed, tone-deaf, snowflake ass just suggested?!

The only reason you got ANYTHING is because Kavanaugh is a far, FAR better human being than you ever dreamed of being on your best day, NOT because you deserve anything but a swift kick up the ass.

Oh shut up, bitch. I'm listening to a real lady explain patiently and in detail why she is voting yes for him.

Oh, shut up, bitch. You wouldn't know a real lady if you fell over one; you certainly aren't one yourself. And if you don't like hearing what a wretched, evil little snowflake you are, the only two solutions available to you are to stop being one, or take yourself elsewhere.

I repeat: you didn't get the apology you thought you deserved, because you didn't deserve any apology. Your vicious, partisan wrinkled ass deserved a good, hard, swift kicking, and nothing else. Instead of whining your fauxrage that Kavanaugh wasn't nice enough to you, you should be on your scabby knees, thanking God that he's a better person than you could ever dream of being.

You. Called. Him. A. Rapist.

And you expect HIM to apologize to YOU for not being nice enough about it. There are literally no words for how vile you are.

I. Never. Called. Him. A. Rapist, you foul mouthed troll. Do you actually think I give a shit what you call me? LOL

Yeah I don't remember you posting anything like that either.

There seems to be a whole lotta fabricatin' goin' on to paraphrase Jerry Lee Lewis. I've got several people desperately searching my posts to find the same thing, who (also) won't come back and admit that no such thing exists.

They actually think they can just make this shit up and no one will call them on it. Then when they do get called on it and exposed ---- they do it again. Boggles the mind.

 

[basquebromance]

not unlike many other rape victims, Dr Ford initially reacted by wondering if she were somehow to blame. the poor soul.

 

[OldLady]

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

Let me get this straight. This man has been dragged through months of childish nonsense, culminating in weeks of being vilified in front of the whole world as a RAPIST based on nothing more than partisan bullshit, and you think you're entitled to an APOLOGY from him because you got YOUR wittle feewings hurt that he had the bad grace to get angry about it instead of thanking you for the opportunity to be targeted with a character assassination? Is that ACTUALLY what your self-absorbed, tone-deaf, snowflake ass just suggested?!

The only reason you got ANYTHING is because Kavanaugh is a far, FAR better human being than you ever dreamed of being on your best day, NOT because you deserve anything but a swift kick up the ass.

Oh shut up, bitch. I'm listening to a real lady explain patiently and in detail why she is voting yes for him.

Oh, shut up, bitch. You wouldn't know a real lady if you fell over one; you certainly aren't one yourself. And if you don't like hearing what a wretched, evil little snowflake you are, the only two solutions available to you are to stop being one, or take yourself elsewhere.

I repeat: you didn't get the apology you thought you deserved, because you didn't deserve any apology. Your vicious, partisan wrinkled ass deserved a good, hard, swift kicking, and nothing else. Instead of whining your fauxrage that Kavanaugh wasn't nice enough to you, you should be on your scabby knees, thanking God that he's a better person than you could ever dream of being.

You. Called. Him. A. Rapist.

And you expect HIM to apologize to YOU for not being nice enough about it. There are literally no words for how vile you are.

I. Never. Called. Him. A. Rapist, you foul mouthed troll. Do you actually think I give a shit what you call me? LOL

Yeah I don't remember you posting anything like that either.

There seems to be a whole lotta fabricatin' goin' on to paraphrase Jerry Lee Lewis. I've got several people desperately searching my posts to find the same thing, who (also) won't come back and admit that no such thing exists.

They actually think they can just make this shit up and no one will call them on it. Then when they do get called on it and exposed ---- they do it again. Boggles the mind.

There are two posters here who seem to live to make personal attacks, and they will begin a conversation and then twist around or invent some minor comment to give themselves permission to go full out ballistic on my ass.
I think they've got issues, to tell you the truth. Both are women, too. Christ, we are dirty fighters. lol

 

[Cecilie1200]

He doesn't need to apologize for anything.

Do apologies for perjury help?

No, so tell Mizzz Ford not to bother.

Apparently perjury is one of those IOKIYAR things huh?

Apparently, making sense is not your strong suit.

Google is your friend kiddo.

But just this once I'll help you out. IOKIYAR means It's OK If You Are Republican.

Googling it would imply that I give a fuck about your illiteracy. Or you. I don't.

But thanks for the translation that didn't matter enough for me to request.

 

[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

Let me get this straight. This man has been dragged through months of childish nonsense, culminating in weeks of being vilified in front of the whole world as a RAPIST based on nothing more than partisan bullshit, and you think you're entitled to an APOLOGY from him because you got YOUR wittle feewings hurt that he had the bad grace to get angry about it instead of thanking you for the opportunity to be targeted with a character assassination? Is that ACTUALLY what your self-absorbed, tone-deaf, snowflake ass just suggested?!

The only reason you got ANYTHING is because Kavanaugh is a far, FAR better human being than you ever dreamed of being on your best day, NOT because you deserve anything but a swift kick up the ass.

Oh shut up, bitch. I'm listening to a real lady explain patiently and in detail why she is voting yes for him.

Oh, shut up, bitch. You wouldn't know a real lady if you fell over one; you certainly aren't one yourself. And if you don't like hearing what a wretched, evil little snowflake you are, the only two solutions available to you are to stop being one, or take yourself elsewhere.

I repeat: you didn't get the apology you thought you deserved, because you didn't deserve any apology. Your vicious, partisan wrinkled ass deserved a good, hard, swift kicking, and nothing else. Instead of whining your fauxrage that Kavanaugh wasn't nice enough to you, you should be on your scabby knees, thanking God that he's a better person than you could ever dream of being.

You. Called. Him. A. Rapist.

And you expect HIM to apologize to YOU for not being nice enough about it. There are literally no words for how vile you are.

I. Never. Called. Him. A. Rapist, you foul mouthed troll. Do you actually think I give a shit what you call me? LOL

Yes.

 

[Cecilie1200]

Did anyone watch Collins' speech? Can you understand why I love this woman? No, she didn't vote as I would have. But she is a very careful, reasoned Senator who actually looks into the issues in depth and she explains why she is making the decision she does. I respect that a lot.

Gosh, I wonder if your "love" and approval are as deeply thought-out and meaningful as your condemnations.

Bawlin' Brett is your next SC Justice, so why don't you just shut the fuck up about it, Cecilie? I think he's an asshole. Live with it.

Being an asshole in the eyes of evil, lying filth like you is something I think JUSTICE Kavanaugh can live with. He's on the bench, and the world sees you for what you are. I'M not the one who needs to deal.

Enjoy your sour grapes, harpy.

 

[Crepitus]

Do apologies for perjury help?

No, so tell Mizzz Ford not to bother.

Apparently perjury is one of those IOKIYAR things huh?

Apparently, making sense is not your strong suit.

Google is your friend kiddo.

But just this once I'll help you out. IOKIYAR means It's OK If You Are Republican.

Googling it would imply that I give a fuck about your illiteracy. Or you. I don't.

But thanks for the translation that didn't matter enough for me to request.

Lol, you didn't know what it meant but I'm illiterate.

Sure, let's go with that.

Dumbass.