So I wrote both of my senators in opposition to the confirmation of Judge Alito. Here is part of his reply...

Dear Mrs. :

Thank you for contacting me regarding the nomination of Judge Samuel Alito to the Supreme Court. I appreciate hearing from you and would like to respond to your concerns.

According to Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution, the United States Senate must advise and consent to each of the president's judicial nominations. In this role, we have a great constitutional responsibility to ensure a strong and qualified judiciary.

The position of Supreme Court justice is one of the highest and most respected in the land. The decisions of this Court resonate at the very foundations of the beliefs upon which our nation is built. In Judge Alito, I believe President Bush chose an individual with impeccable academic credentials, an extensive background as a lawyer and jurist, and seasoned experienced in handling arguments before the United States Supreme Court.