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By Robert Longley, About.com Guide to US Government Info since 1997

John Roberts - Yes, John Roberts - No

Thursday July 21, 2005
While Senators, who will be voting on his nomination, have been extremely reserve in expressing opinions on Judge John Roberts' qualifications to serve on the Supreme Court, advocacy groups have been eager to speak their minds. Here are some samples:

American Conservative Union
Pledges unqualified support

American Jewish Congress
Crucial questions await nominee

Americans United for Separation of Church and State
Roberts would overturn separation safeguards

Feminist Majority Foundation
Roberts a solid vote against women's rights

Americans United For Life
Applauds Bush's choice of Roberts

National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
Selection of Roberts is cause for "great pause"

Family Research Council
Welcomes Roberts' nomination

National Abortion Rights Action League
Roberts not a "mainstream" candidate

Sierra Club
Roberts' environmental record a concern

Traditional Values Coalition
Pleased with Bush's nomination of Roberts

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