Souter Confirmation Hearings
Justice Souter responded to questions from committee members about his views regarding such topics as civil rights, equal protection, issues about a survey on racial and ethnic composition of the workforce in New Hampshire, abortion, contraceptives, and his life experiences involving race.
President George H.W. Bush nominated Justice Souter to the Supreme Court on July 25, 1990. The Senate confirmed his nomination on October 2, 1990 with a vote of 90 in favor, 9 opposed. Justice Souter was named to succeed retired Supreme Court Justice William Brennan.
Prior to confirmation hearings for Judge John Roberts, a compilation of Senate Judiciary hearings on the nomination of Justice David Souter … read more
Prior to confirmation hearings for Judge John Roberts, a compilation of Senate Judiciary hearings on the nomination of Justice David Souter was shown. Justice Souter’s confirmation hearings took place during September of 1990. Portions were drawn from the first day of hearings on September 13, 1990.
Justice Souter responded to questions from committee members about his views regarding such topics as civil rights, equal protection, issues about a survey on racial and ethnic composition of the workforce in New Hampshire, abortion, contraceptives, and his life experiences involving race.
President George H.W. Bush nominated Justice Souter to the Supreme Court on July 25, 1990. The Senate confirmed his nomination on October 2, 1990 with a vote of 90 in favor, 9 opposed. Justice Souter was named to succeed retired Supreme Court Justice William Brennan. close
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