Via The Washington Post, here is a transcript of the hearings through Senator Grassley. It does not include Biden’s, which is always amusing as he talks and those up for nomination usually sit and listen!
This was my favorite part so far!
GRASSLEY: Well, I have a much more positive view of you than has just been expressed.
(LAUGHTER)
And I can’t be cynical about your judging. In fact, maybe from what I have criticized the Supreme Court in a long period of time, I might feel you’re too cautious, too willing to follow precedent.
But I think in regard to Vanguard, the point ought to be made that you did nothing wrong. You didn’t violate any law or any ethics rule.
And the point’s being made that maybe you did not remember a promise you had made to this committee — well, let me assure you, don’t lose any sleep over that. If senators kept every word they made to their constituents, there wouldn’t be any senators left.
Isn’t that the truth!
Otheres blogging on this are:
Blogs For Bush: Alito Blogging: Hearings Start
Sister Toldjah linked with The Alito confirmation hearings: Day two
Conservative Outpost linked with The Alito Chronicles: Day Two
Pardon My English: Conservative News & Opinion
Chuck Grassley is pretty honest for a Senator. He’s 180 degress opposite our Senator Harkin, who is a liar and dishonest as the day is long.