Baca attends Senate confirmation hearing for Sotomayor

A press statement from Congressman Joe Baca

Congressman Joe Baca, who represents the city of Ontario (D-Rialto) issued the following statement after attending the Senate confirmation hearing for Judge Sonia Sotomayor, for the position of Associate Justice on the Supreme Court.  Baca attended the hearing as a Congressional guest.    

"Today, I was truly honored to be present at the Senate confirmation hearing of Judge Sonia Sotomayor.  I am proud to witness these historic proceedings, and support the nomination of such a qualified and distinguished individual to the highest Court of the land."   

"Judge Sotomayor brings more federal experience than anyone nominated to the Supreme Court in the past 100 years, and more overall bench experience then anyone nominated in the past 70 years.  Her nomination stands as definitive proof that the American Dream is alive and well, and in reach for everyone willing to work hard, play by the rules, and give back to society."

"As the first Hispanic to be nominated to serve on the Supreme Court - these Senate hearings are of course a source of great pride for the 49 million plus Hispanic Americans.  But with her amazing legal background and extraordinary life experiences - I am confident Judge Sotomayor will serve as a strong voice for all Americans, regardless of race, religion, or gender."

"I applaud the Senate for giving Judge Sotomayor a fair and expedient hearing process.  I believe that Judge Sotomayor will soon be approved as Associate Justice on the United StatesSupreme Court, where she will continue to serve her nation, protect the United StatesConstitution, and promote justice throughout our land."