Statement by Wade Henderson on Senate Judiciary Committee Vote Recommending Confirmation of Elena Kagan to the U.S. Supreme Court

“The Leadership Conference applauds today’s vote of the Senate Judiciary Committee recommending the confirmation of Solicitor General Elena Kagan to be an Associate Justice on the U.S. Supreme Court.

As demonstrated by her impressive career and confirmation hearing testimony, General Kagan has a first-class intellect, a deep appreciation for the rule of law and our constitutional values, and a strong commitment to protecting the rights of all Americans. General Kagan’s thoughtful approach to the law and her skills as a consensus builder will be a great benefit to the Supreme Court and our justice system, and we urge the Senate to confirm her without delay.”