There are some lawyers who think of themselves as basically instruments of whoever their clients are, and they pride themselves on their professional craft.

Democrats pride themselves on their commitment to science. Citing climate change, they contend that they are the party of truth, while Republicans are 'denialists.' But with respect to genetically modified organisms, many Democrats seem indifferent to science, and to be practicing a denialism of their own - perhaps more so than Republicans.

I think the White House is torn internally,

I think that every state in the union should recognize same-sex marriage.

I don't think any new member of the court will expect the court to follow his or her lead. We have nine separate law offices headed by strong-willed people.

I think President Obama has been an extraordinarily successful president, and that this period will record that with a bunch of exclamation points. But obviously, not everybody thinks that.