57 Quotes by Carl Tobias

Right now it seems like the uncertainty would make senators more circumspect with Roberts.

I don't believe somebody like Tom DeLay is going to take any chances by way of his representation, and his reputation.

I don't understand why that wasn't used. Congress has clearly provided for what was going on. It seems to be that that procedure should have been followed.

If the government does not so tie him, this may weaken the case in the jury's eyes.

His testimony could turn the jury against him.

He is saying as little as he needs to be confirmed and hasn't made many mistakes that trouble a majority of senators whose votes he needs.

I think it's pretty probable that the verdict would hold up. My sense is that the judge was pretty careful.

It is a strong endorsement. The question is: How relevant is it? Someone who was on the 3 rd Circuit for a decade and a half and has done a good job is likely to get this rating.

It is a momentous decision, and they need more time to think about it.