John Roberts Open Quotations

We must evaluate not only his qualifications, but also his ability to keep an open mind, his sensitivity to the concerns of all Americans and their right to equal protection under the laws; not only his intellectual capacity, but his judgment and wisdom; not only his achievements, but his fairness and his courage to stand up to the other branches of government when they infringe on the rights and liberties of our citizens.

I think it's important to adhere to that ... if these questions come before me, either on the court on which I know sit or if I am confirmed on the Supreme Court, ... I need to decide those questions with an open mind on the basis of the arguments presented ... and the precedence of the court.

with an open mind. They won't be based on my personal views.

I have no agenda, but I do have a commitment. If I am confirmed, I will confront every case with an open mind.

I have no agenda but I do have a commitment. If I am confirmed, I will confront every case with an open mind.

We weren't really mad, because (Gladwin) was on fire. We were giving them some open looks and we knew we could play better defense, so we were confident that we could get the lead back.