Rep. Schakowsky Statement on Supreme Court Nomination

Washington, DC (May 26, 2009) — Following President Barack Obama's nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to the U.S. Supreme Court, Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-IL, co-chair of the Congressional Women's Caucus, released the following statement:

"President Obama has selected a woman as his nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court who is well-respected in the legal community for her thoughtful opinions and adherence to the rule-of-law. Justice Sonia Sotomayor represents a truly American story, ascending from humble beginnings to this nomination, breaking barriers and shattering boundaries along the way. I applaud the President for his selection and urge the Senate to act quickly and fairly on her confirmation....