Mr. Sessions' conduct as a U.S. Attorney, from his politically-motivated voting fraud prosecutions to his indifference toward criminal violations of civil rights laws, indicated that he lacks the temperament, fairness and judgment to be a federal judge.
Interpretation
This quote criticizes Mr. Sessions' qualifications for a federal judgeship based on his past actions as a U.S. Attorney.
Coretta Scott King argues that Jeff Sessions' behavior as a U.S. Attorney demonstrates a lack of the essential qualities required for a federal judge, such as fairness and good judgment. She highlights his politically-charged actions regarding voting fraud and his neglect of civil rights violations as evidence that he is not suited for the position.
In practice
In a public debate about judicial appointments, one could reference this quote to discuss the importance of a judge's character.
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Now is the time to make justice a reality for all of God's children.
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