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| | Thomas has a straightforward writing style that presents his principled approach in a clear manner and his judicial temperament is undisputed. He has an unblemished record of service on the Court since 1991 and has never had to recuse himself from a case due to activity off the bench or investments. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has trained more [[conservative]] law clerks than any other Justice. | | Thomas has a straightforward writing style that presents his principled approach in a clear manner and his judicial temperament is undisputed. He has an unblemished record of service on the Court since 1991 and has never had to recuse himself from a case due to activity off the bench or investments. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has trained more [[conservative]] law clerks than any other Justice. |
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| | + | == Tribute == |
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| | + | On July 18, 1995, [[Phyllis Schlafly]] wrote a humorous, enlightening poem in tribute to Justice Thomas: |
| | + | {{cquote|No High Court Justice shows such promise |
| | + | As our favorite, Clarence Thomas. |
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| | + | You're a jurist for the ages |
| | + | <br>Who sends the [[liberal]]s into rages. |
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| | + | With your mighty brain and quill, |
| | + | <br>You cramp the style of Hillary and Bill. |
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| | + | We're thrilled you've stopped the Left's destruction |
| | + | <br>To be a voice for [[strict construction]]. |
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| | + | With courageous resolution |
| | + | <br>You stick to the text of our [[U.S. Constitution|Constitution]]. |
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| | + | We're glad you've started to slap the paws |
| | + | <br>Of liberals misusing the [[Commerce Clause]]. |
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| | + | Justice Thomas, please don't relent |
| | + | <br>In seeking out [[original intent]]. |
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| | + | As we watch you face the strife, |
| | + | <br>We thank [[God]] you're there for life.}} |
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| | == Early life == | | == Early life == |