Samuel A. Alito, Jr.: Reactions to the Nomination

The following documents the reactions to the nomination October 31, 2005, by President George W. Bush of Samuel A. Alito, Jr. to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court.

General

• "Blogger Reaction to the Alito Nomination," New York Times, October 31, 2005.
• Legal Blogging Roundup at How Appealing (Howard J. Bashman's Legal Affairs), October 31, 2005.
• "Reactions to the Alito Nomination," NPR, October 31, 2005.
• "Reaction to Alito Nomination," Associated Press (Washington Post), October 31, 2005.

Political

• Brian Knowlton, "Lawmakers From Both Parties Call for White House Shakeup," International Herald Tribune (New York Times), October 30, 2005.
• Ron Fournier, "Bush Nominates Alito for Supreme Court," Associated Press (1010 WINS), October 31, 2005.
• Transcript: Republican Senators Welcome Judge Alito to Capitol Hill, Washington Post (Courtesy FDCH/e-Media), October 31, 2005.
• Harry Reid Statement on the Nomination of Judge Samuel Alito to the U.S. Supreme Court posted by AMERICAblog, October 31, 2005.
• "Howard Dean on the Nomination of Samuel Alito to the Supreme Court," Democratic National Committee (US Newswire), October 31, 2005. re Howard Dean (D-VT)
• "Pelosi Statement on Nomination of Judge Samuel Alito to U.S. Supreme Court," US Newswire, October 31, 2005. re Nancy Pelosi (D-CA)
• Transcript: Sen. Schumer's Remarks on Alito Nomination, Washington Post (Courtesy FDCH/e-Media), October 31, 2005. re Charles E. Schumer (D-NY)
• Transcript: Sen. Specter Discusses Alito Nomination Washington Post (Courtesy FDCH/e-Media), October 31, 2005. re Arlen Specter (R-PA)
• "Sensenbrenner Statement on President Bush's Nomination of Judge Samuel Alito to the U.S. Supreme Court," US Newswire, October 31, 2005. re F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr. (R-Wis.)
• "Hagel, Nelson noncommittal on Judge Alito," Associated Press (JournalStar.com, Lincoln, Nebraska), October 31, 2005. re Chuck Hagel (R-NE) and Ben Nelson
• Mike Dupre', "Feingold witholding judgement on Alito," Gazette Extra, October 31, 2005. re Russell D. Feingold (R-Wis.)
• "Snowe Promises Close Evaluation Of Alito's Record," WMTW.com, October 31, 2005. re Olympia Snowe (R-ME)
• Rod Boshart, "Alito draws mixed Iowa reviews," Gazette Online (Cedar Rapids), October 31, 2005.
• "Sen. Kennedy blasts Alito nomination," Associated Press (WPRI), October 31, 2005. re Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA)
• "Trent Lott: Alito Is a 'Home Run'," Jackson Free Press, October 31, 2005.
• "Jesse Jackson: Alito 'Adverse to Civil Rights'," NewsMax, November 1, 2005.

Filibuster and Nuclear Option

• Chuck Raasch, "Partisan divide already forming over Alito pick," USA Today, October 31, 2005.
• William Branigin, "Alito Selection Ignites Strong Reaction. Not Immediately Clear if Democrats Will Consider a Filibuster," Washington Post, October 31, 2005.
• David D. Kirkpatrick, "Parties Set Stage for Showdown on Court Choice," New York Times, October 31, 2005.
• "Bush's base cheers Alito. Republicans regroup around new pick as angry Democrats prepare for battle," World Net Daily, October 31, 2005.
• Bennett Roth and Samantha Levine, "New nominee may test Senate's filibuster deal. If a bipartisan group of centrists splits, look out for a 'partisan train wreck'," Houston Chronicle, October 31, 2005.
• Charles Babington, "As Democrats Lead Opposition, GOP Moderates May Control Vote," Washington Post, November 1, 2005.
• Jonathan Allen, "Dems hint at filibuster," The Hill, November 1, 2005.
• Michael Scherer, "A Scalia by any other name. Conservatives have their man in Samuel Alito. Liberals have their worst fears realized. The battle over the Supreme Court nominee is about to get ugly," Salon, November 1, 2005. Subscription or preview required.

Religious Right & Pro-Life

• James Ridgeway, "Bush Picks a Supreme Court Fight. Samuel Alito is president's chance to rally his base with a brawl," Village Voice, October 31, 2005.
• Peter Baker, "President To Name Nominee For Court. Allies on Right Are Consulted on Conservative Judges," Washington Post, October 31, 2005.
• "CFJ Congratulates President on Alito Nomination," Committee for Justice (Christian Communication Network), October 31, 2005.
• "NPLAC Welcomes Treat Instead of Trick, Applauds Alito Nomination to Supreme Court," National Pro-Life Action Center (Christian Communication Network), October 31, 2005.
• "Bush Nominates Alito; Operation Rescue says, 'Roe's Days Are Numbered'," Operation Rescue (Christian Communication Network), October 31, 2005.
• "CWA: Alito is Outstanding Choice," Concerned Women for America (Christian Communication Network), October 31, 2005.
• "Christian Coalition of America Praises the Nomination of Judge Alito to the Supreme Court," Christian Coalition (Christian Communication Network), October 31, 2005.
• "Conservative Clergy Heartened by Alito Pick" and "Pro-Life Christian Conservatives Will Fight Any Filibuster Over Alito; News Conf. at Court Steps 11:30 AM Today," National Clergy Council, (Christian Communication Network), October 31, 2005.
• "Public Prayer and Fasting at Supreme Court During Judge Alito's Confirmation Hearings," Christian Defense Coalition (Christian Communication Network), October 31, 2005.
• "Fr. Pavone Urges Swift and Fair Vote on Supreme Court Nominee," Priests for Life (Christian Communication Network), October 31, 2005.
• "Dobson 'Extremely Pleased' by Alito Nomination; Says Circuit Judge 'Understands the Role of the Judiciary'," US Newswire, October 31, 2005: News release by Focus on the Family Action founder and chairman James Dobson.
• "Gary Bauer Calls Choice of Judge Alito 'Outstanding'," American Values (US Newswire), October 31, 2005. re Gary Bauer

Interest Groups

• "Alito Nomination Quickly Galvanizes Interest Groups on Both Left and Right; Battle Lines Crystallize Earlier Than with Either Roberts or Miers Nominations," US Newswire, October 31, 2005.
• "Grassfire.org Endorses Alito, Expects to Reach 2.5 Million People for Fight; Conservative Organization Strongly Endorses Samuel Alito While Launching Multi-Media Campaign Within One Hour of Announcement," US Newswire, October 31, 2005.
• News Release: "Judge Alito is 'Truly Excellent Choice' for Supreme Court, Supreme Knight Says," Knights of Columbus (US Newswire), October 31, 2005.
• "Halloween Supreme Court Nomination a Scary Choice; Judge Alito Could Undermine Laws That Safeguard Health, Environment," Earthjustice (US Newswire), October 31, 2005.
• "'Machine Gun Sammy,' a Perfect Halloween Pick, Says Brady Campaign," Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence (US Newswire), October 31, 2005.
• "Black Activists Speak Out on Alito Supreme Court Nomination," National Center for Public Policy Research (US Newswire), October 31, 2005. re Project 21
• "PFLAG Expresses Grave Concern Over the Supreme Court Nominee," Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) (US Newswire), October 31, 2005.
• "Pro-Choice Americans Oppose Alito for the Supreme Court; President Bush Fails to Nominate Moderate Consensus Candidate to Replace Justice Sandra Day O'Connor," NARAL Pro-Choice America (US Newswire), October 31, 2005.
• "Alliance for Justice Opposes Nomination of Judge Alito to Supreme Court; Bush Nominates 'Movement Conservative' to Placate Right Wing," Alliance for Justice (US Newswire), October 31, 2005.
• "Alito Fails Basic Test: Sides with Powerful Special Interests against Ordinary Americans; President Opts to Divide Nation in Time of Crisis for Administration; History of Decisions against Workers, Women, Minorities, People with Disabilities," MoveOn.org (US Newswire), October 31, 2005.
• "Statement by the ACLU" published by Washington Post, October 31, 2005.