(Washington Senator Patty) Murray says she will oppose Alito

[TechBear_Seattle]

Murray says she will oppose Alito

By MATTHEW DALY
ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER

WASHINGTON -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., said Wednesday she will oppose Supreme Court nominee Samuel Alito, saying he did not show he will be an independent judge who will uphold the rights and liberties of all Americans.

"With our rights and freedoms on the line, I will not take a chance on Judge Alito because I have serious questions about his independence and commitment to protecting our rights and liberties," Murray said in a speech on the Senate floor.

Murray, a liberal, voted in favor of Chief Justice John Roberts last fall, describing her vote as one of hope over fear.

"Judge Alito, through his writings, rulings and non-answers, does not inspire confidence in me that he will protect all our rights," Murray said. "Because so much is on the line ... I will respectfully vote against his confirmation to the Supreme Court."

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I don't think I've ever been so happy to lose a bet.

[welshTerrier2]

1. she voted "No" tonight

hopefully she'll support a filibuster if there is one ... Cantwell has not yet voted ...