Press Releases

Press Releases: "For example:

* Affirmative Action/Diversity - When asked about the Grutter decision, Judge Alito failed to affirm that he believes diversity is a compelling governmental interest. In addition, Judge Alito never mentioned during his testimony the importance of race-conscious measures in attempting to address this nation's shameful history of racial discrimination.

* Employment Discrimination - During his 15 years on the bench and participation in thousands of cases, Judge Alito has never written an employment discrimination opinion in favor of an African American on the merits of their race claim. Judge Alito attempted to downplay this point by referencing five cases where he was supposedly supportive of race-based claims. However, our research revealed that these five cases do not support the argument made by Judge Alito and his supporters.

* Concerned Alumni of Princeton -During the hearing, Judge Alito disassociated himself from the controversial alumni group that was against the admission of women and minorities to the university. Senators continue to perceive a credibility gap in response to Judge Alito's claim to not remember joining the group and his subsequent explanation that he joined in protest to Princeton's ROTC policy.

The Board Members of the Lawyers’ Committee fear that if Judge Alito is confirmed, his addition to the Supreme Court will come to be regarded as a turning point, diminishing our nation’s dedication to overcoming its tragic legacy of racial injustice. "