Republican Sen. Mel Martinez says he'll vote to confirm Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court. The "yes" vote puts him at odds with Marco Rubio, but gives Charlie Crist — who has been silent on his Sotomayor stance — some cover to also back her.
"Given her judicial record, and her testimony this week, it is my determination that Judge Sotomayor is well-qualified to serve as Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court," Martinez said. "Judge Sotomayor is knowledgeable of the law, would be a fair and impartial judge, and seems to have a good understanding of the limited role the judiciary plays in our democracy.
"Judge Sotomayor’s rise to the Supreme Court is testimony to the fact that the American dream continues to be attainable. As an Hispanic American, I take great pride in Judge Sotomayor’s historic achievement. Given her qualifications and testimony this week, I intend to vote in favor of her confirmation."
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