I Think That The Legitimacy Of The

I Learned That Hard Work And Self-discipline Can Overcome Many Obstacles.

When I Was Sworn In As A Judge Of The Court Of Appeals, I Took An Oath. I Put My Hand On The Bible And I Swore That I Would Administer Justice Without Respect To Persons, That I Would Do Equal Right To The Poor And To The Rich, And That I Would Carry Out My Duties Under The Constitution And The Laws Of The United States.

As I Mentioned, Things Were Particularly Hard During The Depression. My Paternal Grandfather Was Frequently Out Of Work, And The Family Was Evicted From Their Home.

It's Been A Great Honor For Me To Spend My Career In Public Service.

I Have Been A Judge For 15 Years And I've Made Up My Own Mind During All That Time.