Early reactions to Justice O’Connor’s retirement
on Jul 1, 2005 at 11:16 am
The groups that have been gearing up for a nomination fight are already posting their reactions to Justice O’Connor’s retirement. Here is a quick overview (the post will be updated as more groups weigh in):
Liberals
Daily Kos links to a news story and provides some instant reactions.
NARAL’s homepage declares that “the battle for the Supreme Court has begun” and encourages visitors to email their senators.
PFAW is also mobilizing financial and other support here.
Conservative
“ConfirmThem” is blogging the morning’s developments.
Other reactions
Senator Frist’s office has this release.
A video of President Bush’s 11:15 am statement is at whitehouse.gov.