Wednesday, May 5, 2010

U.S. Supreme Court Nominee Update

The Washington Post speculates that Obama is likely to announce his nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court early next week. Read the article here.

NPR interviews Obama's senior adviser David Axelrod who suggests that Obama is looking for someone who will fill Justice Steven's leadership role over the liberal wing of the Supreme Court. Read the article here.

The NY Times published an article today about Judge Sidney Thomas entitled "Long Shot for High Court Has Reputation for Compassion and Persuasion." Like previous articles from the AP and Montana news sources, the piece discusses Judge Thomas' lengthy legal practice, sound judgment, non-Ivy League background and leadership qualities. The piece includes interviews with attorneys and law clerks as well as Judge Richard Cebull, chief judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana, and Judge Alex Kozinski, chief judge of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The story also interviewed several conservatives who intend to oppose Judge Thomas (or anyone else for that matter) if nominated. You can read the article here.

Law.com posted an article with the title "Potential High Court Nominee Thomas Would Fit Obama Narrative." The name says it all. You can read the article here.

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