This could expose Merck to substantial liabilities.

It's very difficult for Specter to thread the needle, because of all the obligations he has, ... There's substantial pressure on him because of the issue of reproductive freedom.

It is a strong endorsement. The question is: How relevant is it? Someone who was on the 3 rd Circuit for a decade and a half and has done a good job is likely to get this rating.

The government is going to lose a very good ruling to avoid having this go before the Supreme Court.

He anticipated an attack on him. I have a lot of respect for a judge who, presented with a difficult decision, admits it's going to be tough. He has discharged his oath.

very articulate but sort of reserved, almost kind of shy. And so I think he is a very likable sort of person.