Tell the Senate to restrain executive power

Next month, the U.S. Senate will begin hearings to examine, and potentially confirm, the nomination of Solicitor General Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court. The nomination has raised concerns among some observers about whether the nominee will enforce appropriate limits on executive power, given that she has served in the Executive Branch under two administrations.

Without taking a position on the nomination itself, BORDC will encourage the Senate "to vigorously examine any nominee to the Supreme Court, with a particular eye towards establishing his or her willingness to check and balance the Executive Branch when necessary to protect constitutional rights." As we explain in our letter—which we invite you to sign—"As the 'war on terror' continues to fan the flames of public fear and encourage deference to authority, the need for judicial independence stands at a historical zenith."

Please raise your voice with us.

Sincerely,

Shahid Buttar
Executive Director