Today is a proud day for New Yorkers across the city as we look toward the possibility of having a third native New Yorker serve on our nation\u2019s highest court. I am particularly thrilled at the possibility of having not only a New Yorker, but also a third woman serve on the court.<\/p>\n
Elena Kagan is an inspiring example of what true New York City spirit, tenacity and hard work can achieve. Coming from a family of educators and tenant rights supporters, Solicitor General Kagan learned very early on the power and possibility the law presents for helping those in need.<\/p>\n
Elena Kagan is an admirable leader and I am confident she will use the law to serve and protect a broad range of Americans, but especially those who need it most. I am particularly pleased to know that she is also an open supporter of the repeal of Don\u2019t Ask Don\u2019t Tell.<\/p>\n
I know Solicitor General Kagan will continue her record of service as a Supreme Court Justice and I look forward to the day her nomination is confirmed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Today is a proud day for New Yorkers across the city as we look toward the possibility of having a third native New Yorker serve on our nation\u2019s highest court. I am particularly thrilled at the possibility of having not only a New Yorker, but also a third woman serve on the court.<\/p>\n
Elena Kagan is an inspiring example of what true New York City spirit, tenacity and hard work can achieve.<\/p>\n
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