I think my independence was a big help to getting Judges Roberts and Alito confirmed, and I think that's recognized.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Declaring independence was the most traumatic decision I had to live up to. Because I didn't want to do it.
What is it that makes us trust our judges? Their independence in office and manner of appointment.
I built my entire life on the idea of independence.
Judge Roberts has assured me personally that he has a healthy respect for precedent and the hard-won rights of Americans.
Frankly, I love my independence too much to give it up.
I always had a very strong sense of independence. I really liked being able to buy my Alanis Morissette 'Jagged Little Pill' album. I wore that as a badge of honor. I love not having to rely on anyone.
I've done so many independents for so many years. Leads that nobody's seen.
My tenure in the Senate was really as an independent and whichever, regardless of party label.
I probably would have voted against Justice Thomas, and, and, and I've been disappointed by what Justice Roberts has done.
I was brought up in great tenderness, and though my mind was proud to independence, I was never led to much independence of feeling.