July 20, 2005: Roberts found ‘deep regard’ for court arguing cases (USATODAY.com)

  • Sen. Charles Schumer , D-N.Y., a member of the Judiciary Committee that will hold a confirmation hearing, said, “It is vital that Judge Roberts answer a wide range of questions openly, honestly, and fully in the coming months. His views will affect a generation of Americans and it is his obligation during the nomination process to let the American people know those views.” He added, “The burden is on a nominee to the Supreme Court to prove that he is worthy, not on the Senate to prove he is unworthy.

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