American Values - Gary L. Bauer, President

Press Release Article

Gary Bauer Calls Choice of Judge Alito 'Outstanding'

10/31/2005

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Former presidential candidate Gary L. Bauer called the choice of Judge Samuel Alito "outstanding" and praised the President's selection for the seat of retiring Justice Sandra Day O'Connor. The president of American Values made the following statement:

"Today, President Bush made an exceptional selection for the United States Supreme Court with the nomination of Judge Samuel A. Alito.

"Judge Alito's integrity, experience and qualifications are beyond question. He brings an extensive legal background which includes service in the Reagan Justice Department in the Solicitor General's Office and as a Deputy Assistant Attorney General.

"When Samuel Alito was nominated for the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in 1990, he received the highest possible ranking of 'well qualified' by the American Bar Association. Moreover, he was confirmed unanimously by a Democratic Senate majority.

"For fifteen years Judge Alito has served on the federal bench, providing an extensive and distinguished record that demonstrates a consistent philosophy of judicial restraint, faithfulness to the Constitution, and respect for the values of the American people. He is a mainstream conservative who will uphold the best traditions of our nation's highest court.

"I commend the president for this selection and urge the Senate to provide Judge Alito with a fair and dignified hearing and a confirmation vote on the Senate floor before the end of the year."