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HALPERIN'S TAKE: Mistakes mainstream Republicans can make on the Sotomayor confirmation process.

Sotomayor's Heart "Bursting" After Nomination

Says it would be a "profound privilege" to serve highest court, never forgets the "real-world consequences" of her decisions from the bench. Adds she hopes to be seen as an "ordinary person who has been blessed with extraordinary opportunities." TRANSCRIPT: Read her full remarks here.

Obama: Sotomayor Will Make Great Justice

The president names the 54-year-old New York appeals judge to succeed Justice Souter on the Supreme Court in Tuesday remarks. Calls her "inspiring," says she has more experience as a judge than any current member of the high court when nominated. Would be the first Hispanic to serve on the high court. [...]

Reaction from the Right

--RNC Chair Steele says Republicans will "reserve judgement" -- for now. Statement here. --Minority Leader McConnell promises she'll be treated "fairly" by Senate GOP. Statement here. --Judicial Confirmation Network labels her a "liberal judicial activist" who puts her own agenda above the law. Statement here. --Huckabee comes out swinging against "far left" judge. Statement here. STATEMENTS FROM KEY [...]

Reaction from the Left

--Judiciary Chair Leahy praises her "exemplary" record, hopes "all Senators will treat this nominee fairly and will respect the Committee's confirmation process." Statement here. --Al Sharpton calls her "prudent, groundbreaking and the right choice." Statement here. --National Organization for Women: Women want her confirmed, would bring "a lifelong commitment to equality, justice and opportunity." Statement here. MORE SENATORS [...]

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How Conservatives Will Try To Sink Sotomayor

First off, it must be said that Second Circuit Judge Sonia Sotomayor appears to have a relatively easy path to confirmation on the U.S. Supreme Court, if President Obama announces her nomination later this morning, as the Associated Press has reported he will. The likelihood of a filibuster is slim. Democrats control nearly 60, if [...]

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