Rush Limbaugh: The Race Card, Football and Me... Oct 17, 2009
It was on display many years ago in an effort to smear Clarence Thomas with racist stereotypes and keep him off the Supreme Court. More recently, it was employed against patriotic citizens who attended town-hall meetings and tea-party protests. (The Drudge Report)
Queen Elizabeth II opens new UK Supreme Court Oct 16, 2009
Five of the six Roman Catholics on the high court - Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Antonin Scalia, Anthony Kennedy and Samuel Alito - heard the homily by Cardinal Daniel DiNardo; the sixth, Justice Clarence Thomas, did not attend. Justice Stephen Breyer, who is Jewish, was there as well. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Sharpton: Quit the club! Oct 16, 2009
Do you think Justice Clarence Thomas would hang out at Rush s house if Rush were a racist. So, Mr. Cooper I suggest you go borrow some money and buy a clue. (The Palm Beach Post)
Supreme Court hears Carolinas water case Oct 15, 2009
Justice Clarence Thomas remained true to his reputation for staying mum during oral arguments. At issue: Whether three intervenors utility giant , the city of Charlotte and Catawba River Supply Project, a bi-state water utility can participate in the case as defendants alongside North Carolina. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
LETTER: Prejudice is not limited to matters of race Oct 15, 2009
For the sake of Wall Street, Thomas Sowell, Clarence Thomas and Michael Steele, we need to restore the word prejudice to its rightful place in the court of public opinion. LEONIDAS H. MILLER. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
The Supreme Court, as Seen on Television Oct 13, 2009
For Justice Clarence Thomas, a walk out to the Court's front plaza will sometimes re-energize him when he is tired and asking himself "Why am I doing this?" Looking back at the Court from that vantage point, he said, "It's hard not to get goose bumps, or it's hard not to realize that this is much larger than me.". Justice Samuel Alito Jr. communes with the Court building when he is leaving at night and walks through the Great Hall on his way to the elevator. (Law.com)
A bruising 'Oleanna' tackles political correctness Oct 12, 2009
That's when the then still-smoldering case of Clarence Thomas and Anita Hill involving her accusations of sexual harassment by the Supreme Court nominee and his claims of a "high-tech lynching" made the two-character drama feel as if it were ripped from current headlines. In "Oleanna," we are in the rarefied world of academia. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Today in History - Oct. 11 Oct 11, 2009
In 1991, testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Anita Hill accused Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas of sexually harassing her; Thomas reappeared before the panel to denounce the proceedings as a "high-tech lynching.". In 1998, Pope John Paul II decreed the first Jewish-born saint of the modern era: Edith Stein, a nun killed in th 00004000 e gas chambers of Auschwitz. (Anchorage Daily News)
Rep. Miller seeks to reverse court on age bias Oct 8, 2009
The court's 5-4 majority, in an opinion written by Justice Clarence Thomas, ruled that plaintiffs alleging age discrimination had to prove that age was the "but-for" cause for a firing, demotion or other workplace decision, not just a motivating factor. The court also held that the burden of proof should not be placed on the employer. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Judge accused of spanking male inmates; Awarding them reduced jail time for sex... Oct 6, 2009
In an echo of sex allegations made against black Supreme Court justice Clarence Thomas, Thomas's lawyer called the indictment a high-tech lynching ... Supreme Court justice Clarence Thomas was accused of sexual harassment by Anita Hill, a woman who continued to work under Thomas for years and never made the claim while working for him. (The Drudge Report)
Sotomayor questions earn notice Oct 6, 2009
In just an hour, the court's newest justice asked more questions than Justice Clarence Thomas asks over the course of several years ... In just an hour, the court's newest justice asked more questions than Justice Clarence Thomas asks over the course of several years. (Fresno Bee)
High court listens to first arguments of session Oct 6, 2009
They are, 1st row, L-R, Justice Anthony M. Kennedy, Justice John Paul Stevens, Chief Justice John Roberts, Justice Antonin Scalia, Justice Clarence Thomas, 2nd row, L-R, Justice Samuel Alito, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Justice Stephen G. Breyer, and Justice Sonia Sotomayor. . (MSNBC -- Politics)
Court opens with case on prisoner's bid for lawyer Oct 6, 2009
Justice Clarence Thomas rarely speaks in the courtroom and didn't ask any questions in this case. By law, the court's new term starts on the first Monday in October. (WCAX.com, VT)
Sotomayor makes presence felt on first day of Supreme Court's term Oct 6, 2009
Justice Clarence Thomas has not asked a question for more than three years. If anyone assumed Sotomayor would play the role of shy rookie, she dispelled that idea within the first minutes of the opening argument. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Court begins new term with a new justice Oct 6, 2009
Most were split between reliable "conservatives": Roberts and Justices Kennedy, Antonin Scalia, Clarence Thomas and Alito; and reliable "liberals": Justices John Paul Stevens, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Stephen Breyer and the now-departed David Souter. Sotomayor is expected to join the progressives, maintaining the balance set by her predecessor. (CNN -- Law)
High court could transform Oct 5, 2009
"I think we may look back in about 2020 and see that the replacement of Justice O'Connor by Judge Alito had the greatest impact on the court of any appointment in a more than a quarter of a century," Dellinger said, dating back to conservative Clarence Thomas' replacement of stalwart liberal Thurgood Marshall. Evidence of the impact could come early in this term in a couple of First Amendment cases. (AZCentral -- News)
Roberts, Alito poised to make mark on Supreme Court Oct 4, 2009
I think we may look back in about 2020 and see that the replacement of Justice O Connor by Judge Alito had the greatest impact on the court of any appointment in a more than a quarter of a century, Dellinger said, dating back to conservative Clarence Thomas s replacement of stalwart liberal Thurgood Marshall. Evidence of the impact could come early in this term in a couple of First Amendment cases. (Boston Globe)
Nations high court gets new term, justice Oct 4, 2009
From left, Chief Justice John Roberts, Stephen Breyer, Antonin Scalia, Sonia Sotomayor and Clarence Thomas ... For the moment, Roberts and the other conservatives Alito and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas continue to appear ascendant, joined by Kennedy, a swing voter who sides more often than not with the conservatives in cases with a clear ideological division. (MSNBC -- Politics)
VOICE OF THE PEOPLE | Oct. 1, 2009 Oct 2, 2009
The host denied it and named several well known African-Americans he supported, including Justice Clarence Thomas. The caller almost went ballistic at the mention of Thomas and quickly responded that those people are not black. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Justice Thomas Speaks About His Silence on the Bench Oct 2, 2009
For a U.S. Supreme Court justice who remains mum during oral arguments, Clarence Thomas shared a lot on Wednesday during a 90-minute conversation before an audience of 2,300 at in Dallas. Appearing on stage with , former U.S. solicitor general and now a Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher partner in Washington, D.C., Thomas began the evening with humor. (Law.com)
Lobbying or prayer service? Oct 2, 2009
Six Catholics now sit on the high court: Roberts, Scalia, Anthony Kennedy, Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito and Sonia Sotomayor. officials, however, said they do not attempt to lobby or seek to persuade anyone who attends the service. (CNN -- International)
Supreme Court takes a fresh look at handgun laws Oct 1, 2009
From left are: Associate Justice Antonin Scalia, Sotomayor, and Associate Justice Clarence Thomas ... Seated, from left are: Associate Justice Anthony M. Kennedy, Associate Justice John Paul Stevens, Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Associate Justice Antonin Scalia, and Associate Justice Clarence Thomas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Senate Panel Rejects Anti-Abortion Measure Oct 1, 2009
During Gonzales v. Carhart, Clarence Thomas filed an opinion claiming that Rove v. Wade should be reversed, Robers declined to join that opinion. His statements on abortion indicates he would support partial restrictions but not an outright ban. (CBS News)
Supreme Court case will test extent of gun rights Oct 1, 2009
Justices of the Supreme Court: In the front row, from the left, are Anthony Kennedy, John Paul Stevens, Chief Justice John Roberts, Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas. In the back are Samuel Alito, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Stephen Breyer and Sonia Sotomayor. (USA Today)
Wheres proof of Obamas birth place? Sep 30, 2009
To Come on wrote on Sep 29, 2009 6:00 PM:" Again with the tired liberal name calling, believe it or not you can disagree with someone without being a racist. Thanks for pointing out once again that liberals use emotion. Just look at what your party did to Clarence Thomas. Why is this "Transparent" presidency anything but? Other politicians are expected to release their college transcripts etc..why not this one? ". DR wrote on Sep 29, 2009 5:33 PM:" RLS- I could be Glenn Beck. I'll be what you... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
JIM PINKERTON Sep 30, 2009
The names of those friends are Anthony Kennedy, John Roberts, Antonin Scalia, Clarence Thomas, and Samuel Alito. June 24, 2009. (The Drudge Report)
Justice Ginsburg Hospitalized After Feeling Faint Sep 25, 2009
Standing are Ruth Bader Ginsburg, from left, David Souter, Clarence Thomas and Stephen Breyer. (Gannett News Service, Tim Dillon/USA TODAY). (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Supreme Court's Ginsburg Hospitalized Sep 25, 2009
Clarence Thomas is even worse than her on the other side, he is even opposed at times by the rest of the conservatives on the court due to his extremism. He's the only one who voted for strip-searching 14 year old girls in school, every other conservative on the court opposed that. (CBS News)
QUIZ: Not Everything Is About Race. Yes, It Is! Sep 23, 2009
Hell, good old Clarence Thomas The Train would have voted to strike down segregation if his Blackness wouldn't have provided him from serving on the court at the time our people were swinging from trees. Oh, I don't think the tree swinging would have swayed his sensibilities. (Slate)
Obama's ideas motivate opposition Sep 22, 2009
sometime back, those on the left tried their best to keep Clarence Thomas from becoming a Supreme Court judge. who cheered his nomination. (Sioux City Journal)
Read the 'News Watch' transcript Sep 22, 2009
I'd like to see an equal standard applied here, Jon, with Colin Powell, Condoleezza Rice Clarence Thomas and a number of other African-American Republicans in a Republican administration. No one ever suggested that criticism by the liberal Democrats and the liberal media was somehow racist. (Fox News)
- From the Right: Using the racism card (2) Sep 20, 2009
When Clarence Thomas was nominated to the Supreme Court, some liberals called him a handkerchief head negro and an Uncle Tom. According to liberal doctrine, black people can never be racist because they are members of a victim class created by white liberals as a kind of modern plantation to keep blacks voting for liberal Democrats. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Constitutional rights onthin ice in school settings Sep 20, 2009
Justice Clarence Thomas has rightly said that Tinker effected a "sea change" in the speech rights of students. What happened in schools before the T.L.O. and Tinker revolution. (NJ.com -- Times)
Ding, dong, the ACORN witch is dead! Sep 18, 2009
Apparently you missed DDR s post yesterday afternoon in which she delineated which black politicians are worthy of respect/support and which aren t. Condaleeza Rice, Clarence Thomas, and Thomas Sowell don t look after their own kind well enough for Debbie to support them. Public Option or No Bill. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
House Republican campaign chief: 'Speaker now likening genuine opposition to assassination'... Sep 18, 2009
Capitol Briefing - Republicans Denounce Pelosi for Warning Against 'Incitement. Get the latest on House and Senate votes. (The Drudge Report)
The Racism Card Sep 17, 2009
When Clarence Thomas was nominated to the Supreme Court, some liberals called him a "handkerchief head negro" and an "Uncle Tom." According to liberal doctrine, black people can never be racist because they are members of a victim class created by white liberals as a kind of modern plantation to keep blacks voting for liberal Democrats. Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, African-American like President Obama, grew up in Birmingham, Ala. (Townhall.com)
Saturdays protest: Fed up with deficits or Democrats? Sep 15, 2009
Wait until we Democrats force those extreme, right wing, assorted facist, Nazies, Klan members and that uncle tom, Clarence Thomas off the Supreme Court and replace them with moderate, fair and balanced Democrats. President Bill Clinton led the real Americans,(ie Democrats)across that bridge into the 21st century back in the 1990 s, now President Barack Hussien Obama will build that shiny new city upon the hill called HOPE. The foundation of this city will be built on solid rock, the way his... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Can Obama force you to buy health insurance? Sep 15, 2009
Justice Clarence Thomas dissented: "If the Federal Government can regulate growing a half-dozen cannabis plants for personal consumption (not because it is interstate commerce, but because it is inextricably bound up with interstate commerce), then Congress' Article I powers have no meaningful limits." Indeed, practically nothing is beyond the pale anymore. Then there is the privacy issue. (Christian Science Monitor)
Supreme Court on the verge of a dangerous change of course regarding elections Sep 14, 2009
Justices Anthony Kennedy, Clarence Thomas and Antonin Scalia clearly expressed their willingness to lift the prohibition on corporate contributions. Chief Justice John Roberts Jr. and Justice Samuel Alito Jr. seemed skeptical of the restrictions on corporate giving. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Who Does AARP Represent In Health Care Debate? Sep 10, 2009
"Some even run counter to their interests, especially the AARP's relentless support of ever higher taxes, disastrous health care legislation that threatens seniors, and a whole litany of other liberal causes (such as attempting to defeat the nomination of Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court).". He wrote that these efforts are paid for by its numerous business dealings, "including insurance and pharmaceuticals, which the AARP claims are a nonprofit service to seniors, but which are really a... (Human Events Online)
Unprecedented Sep 10, 2009
Justices Antonin Scalia, Anthony Kennedy, and Clarence Thomas are already on record wanting to overturn these cases. Justice Samuel Alito and Chief Justice John Roberts have been inclined to wait. (Slate)
High court tackles 'Hillary: The Movie,' again Sep 10, 2009
Besides Roberts and Alito, the other three conservative-leaning justices, Anthony Kennedy, Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas, are on record opposing the restrictions on corporations and unions. Restrictions on corporations have been around for more than 100 years; limits on unions date from the 1940s. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Supreme Court Arguments Under Way In Campaign Case Sep 10, 2009
But on Wednesday neither displayed any reluctance to join the other three conservatives, Justices Antonin Scalia, Clarence Thomas and Kennedy, who are on record opposing the restrictions on corporate and union spending. Alito pointed out that more than half the states, including California, allow corporations to campaign for and against candidates. (KCRA 3, CA)
Supreme Court justices question campaign finance law Sep 10, 2009
Three justices, Antonin Scalia, Anthony Kennedy, and Clarence Thomas, are on record opposing the two provisions. By the end of the 80-minute oral argument, it appeared that Chief Justice Roberts and Justice Samuel Alito are prepared to vote with their colleagues on the court's conservative wing. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Showdown rises over campaign funding laws Sep 10, 2009
Three justices - Antonin Scalia, Anthony M. Kennedy, and Clarence Thomas - have already said they would overrule past decisions that had upheld federal and state restrictions on corporate election spending. Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. also have said they favor free speech over the campaign funding limits. (Boston Globe)
Biographer: Barney Frank Wants HUD Sec. Spot Sep 10, 2009
Wednesday, September 9, 2009. SIGN UP FOR FREE NEWS ALERTS. (Newsmax)
Reading, Writing, Arithmetic and Race Sep 9, 2009
Obama's speech on education: The controversy is mostly about race. Wednesday, September 09, 2009. (Slate)
Revolution Anyone? Sep 9, 2009
We don't even bother limiting the preferential treatment to those related to American slaves -- a black person with Obama's background or an "Hispanic" with Sotomayor equally benefits as much as Clarence Thomas (who was subject to actual harsh racism -- as was his ancestors). We are a sad, sad, society. (Townhall.com)
'Hillary' case: the legal stakes Sep 9, 2009
Three justices Antonin Scalia, Anthony Kennedy, and Clarence Thomas have already announced their willingness to overturn them. The big question is whether Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Samuel Alito are willing to join the three to form a five-vote majority. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
China alarmed by US money printing... Sep 8, 2009
" Osamas Paajamas on September 08, 2009 at 06:57 AM It is absurd to blame the Chinese for selling product to the US. They trusted that a nation that had maintained its currency's value for two centuries would continue to do so. They did not understand that we would elect Obama, a man so dedicated to his socialist vision that he will debauch our currency and destroy our capitalism to realize socialist equality in poverty. student1776 on September 08, 2009 at 06:57 AM I never thought I would agree... (The Drudge Report)
Cameron Schools will not broadcast speech live Sep 8, 2009
LJ wrote on Sep 7, 2009 2:26 PM:" Willie: On Sept. 4th at 5:15 and 5:17 you were the first person on this blog to mention racism and prejudice! You and others assume this is all over race because that is the most convenient excuse for you to use. I would be have the same opinion if Hillary Clinton or any conservative wanted students to write on how they can help the president. One other thing Willie...... I see you made another assumption calling me white trash when you really don't know if I am... (Cameron Observer, MO)
Hillary Movie Case to Redefine Campaign Finance? Sep 6, 2009
Three justices on the court now Anthony Kennedy, Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas already have signed minority opinions that advocated striking down both laws as unconstitutional restrictions on speech. Since the 2003 decision, Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Samuel Alito have joined the court. (Time.com)
Obama speech to students sparks new controversy Sep 6, 2009
fatman2 wrote on Sep 5, 2009 5:23 PM:" Tim, that's fine and dandy about your education, but like I said, check in with me after you've been a parent for 20+ years and we'll see how you feel. Here's something to think about tonight when you're walking your dog; some parents believe its okay to have opposite sex sleepovers. Some parents believe it's okay to allow your children to drink if they stay home. sometimes as a parent you have to make hard decisions and sometimes you have to say no. To... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Brief look at the major players in 'Hillary' case Sep 6, 2009
Rarely if at all like Justice Clarence Thomas. Somewhere in the middle. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Lots of Buzz Over High Court Campaign Finance Case, but Does FEC Have a Shot? Sep 5, 2009
With justices Antonin Scalia, Clarence Thomas and Anthony Kennedy already on record opposing , the main precedent at issue, and both Roberts and Samuel Alito Jr. voicing skepticism about a range of campaign regulations, the case might already be lost before Kagan and Waxman utter a word. Alito replaced Sandra Day O'Connor, who mainly supported McCain-Feingold in the 2003 case. (Law.com)
A question for Sierra Vista conservatives Sep 5, 2009
" I am reminded how Justice Clarence Thomas was attacked for being opposed to affirmative action when he, a Black man, supposedly benefited from such policies. In both cases, whether big government health care or affirmative action, it is as though once you have received any sort of benefit, you are to be forever forbidden from speaking against the policy. ". Space wrote on Sep 4, 2009 3:16 PM:" Hey Matt, Was in the army 1970-76, medically discharged, now rated at 40% service connected, my... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Supreme Court Opens Up to C-SPAN Sep 5, 2009
While Chief Justice John Roberts Jr. called it "an exciting part of life at the Court," Justice Clarence Thomas noted, "You have to start all over; the chemistry is different," and Justice Anthony Kennedy added, "It's stressful for us, because we so admire our colleagues.". These comments and more will be aired starting Oct. 4 on , part of a weeklong series of programs on the Court that resulted from unusual access to the Court and to the justices for the public affairs cable channel. (Law.com)
Supreme Court Justices Consider Sotomayor a New Family Member Sep 4, 2009
"As far as the composition of the court, you're bringing in basically, and this word can be overused, you're bringing in a family member. It changes the whole family," Justice Clarence Thomas said, in an interview for a C-SPAN feature production on the Supreme Court. Chief Justice John Roberts was more frank. (ABC News)
Left will misuse Kennedy death Sep 1, 2009
The way intelligent, good people like Robert Bork and Clarence Thomas and their families were abused by Kennedy was a tragedy. Ted Kennedy never had to answer or pay for his choices. (The Clarion-Ledger)
An icon, for better or worse Sep 1, 2009
On Saturday Night Live, Phil Hartman s Kennedy swapped seduction tips with Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas instead of discussing the law. Kind of an embarrassing moment, David Letterman said on NBC. Senator Kennedy denied all charges - at which point Senator Biden explained to him he wasn t the one being charged. (Boston Globe)
Kennedy: Liberal lamb of the senate Aug 29, 2009
The Americans With Disabilities Act, No Children Left Behind and the Occupational Safety and Health Act don't stack up to a single Clarence Thomas or Rush Limbaugh that Kennedy helped create ... Where was he on George Bush I's Supreme Court nomination of Clarence Thomas, the rightwing extremist whose lifetime appointment to the court will have a far greater impact than Kennedy and his brothers combined. (Asia Times Online)
Remembering Ted Kennedy Aug 29, 2009
Bush 41 with Clarence Thomas. Clinton with welfare reform. (Townhall.com)
MLB drug case may be taken to Supreme Court Aug 28, 2009
Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., and Justices Antonin Scalia, Clarence Thomas and Samuel A. Alito Jr. often adopt an expansive view of government power, while Justices John Paul Stevens, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Stephen G. Breyer put more emphasis on personal rights, a position taken by Sonia Sotomayor on lower courts before she was elevated to the Supreme Court this month. As often is the case, Justice Anthony M. Kennedy could be the swing vote. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Triumph And Tragedy Aug 27, 2009
(His best biographer to date, Adam Clymer, describes Kennedy's forced silence in the Clarence Thomas confirmation hearings in 1991--necessitated by Kennedy's continuing reputation for womanizing--as the worst moment in his Washington career. But especially after his remarriage, he consolidated his national leadership. (CBS News)
Vicki Kennedy: The Woman Who Saved Ted Aug 27, 2009
His Massachusetts approval ratings were dipping below 50%, and he badly needed a fresh story line to lay on top of the embarrassment that came with his testifying in the 1991 Palm Beach rape trial of his nephew William Kennedy Smith and the subsequent indignity of having to sit mute through the sexual-harassment allegations against Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas. In his 1994 re-election campaign, Kennedy faced a surprisingly strong challenge from a squeaky-clean businessman named Mitt... (Time.com)
