Supreme Court Nominations

AAJC is a member of The Coalition for a Fair & Independent Judiciary, a broad-reaching network of nearly 100 leading national and state organizations that are committed to making sure our next Supreme Court Justice cares more about how the law affects ordinary Americans than partisan ideology.

With the recent nomination of Judge John Roberts to the Supreme Court, and the possibility of near-future nominations to the Court, it is important to understand how it operates.

Below are AAJC Supreme Court Vacancy: What’s at Stake for Asian Pacific Americans? - The Supreme Court has a unique and powerful role as interpreters of the rights and liberties enjoyed by all Americans, including Asian Pacific Americans.

• Supreme Court FAQ - Answers some of the basic questions about the Supreme Court and the nomination process.
  
• Press Release: AAJC Urges Senate to Closely Examine John Roberts’ Record and Rulings 
  
• Letter to Senate - AAJC and the Coalition for a Fair & Independent Judiciary urge the Senate to ensure that the upcoming nomination and confirmation of a new Supreme Court justice is undertaken in a thorough and deliberate manner that produces a justice who serves the interests of all Americans.
  
• Letter to President - AAJC and the Coalition for a Fair & Independent Judiciary urge President Bush to choose a nominee who can unite the country, earn the confidence of the American people, and win broad bipartisan support in the United States Senate.
  
• Press Release from Supreme Court Watch: Nomination of Judge John Roberts to Chief Justice Raises Stakes
  
• Press Release from Community Rights Counsel: Special Role of Chief Justice Makes Exploration of Roberts’ Views Even More Critical