there are real and serious reasons to be deeply concerned about Judge Roberts' record.

Unfortunately, Mr. Chairman, there are real and serious reasons to be deeply concerned about Judge Roberts' record. Many of his past statements and writings raise questions about his commitment to equal opportunity and the bipartisan remedies we have adopted in the past.

The record we have so far is simply insufficient.

The writer is more concerned to know than to judge

very serious and deeply troubling.

He looked me square in the eye and said that they didn't take place, ... I must take Judge Roberts at his word.