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Preliminary facts and thoughts about Eric Holder

Is Obama's likely nominee for Attorney General an encouraging sign for advocates of the Constitution and the rule of law?
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  • Wednesday, November 19, 2008 07:27 AM

    Cautiously Optimistic

    I have no doubt that the Obama administration will disappoint me and other progressives in many ways. But, if he can clean up the Justice Department and get it back to upholding the law without political considerations overriding everything else, I’ll still consider having supported him worthwhile.

    Eric Holder for Attorney General looks to be a positive first step. A lot will depend upon the remaining Justice Department appointments, and the quality of the U.S. Attorneys Obama appoints, but I’m cautiously optimistic.

    —Hank Gillette Read Hank Gillette's other letters

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