7 seconds ago 2009-12-11T21:56:43-08:00
When it comes to the historic Bush vs. Gore decision, this Supreme Court nominee needs no recount. Sotomayor carefully avoided taking sides in the ruling that tilted the 2000 presidential election to George W. Bush.
But she did say that "some good came from the decision." It's a remark that might not sit well with Democratic activists who believe the election was stolen by Bush.
Sotomayor explained the ruling led to state election reforms and demonstrated contentious disputes can be settled between government branches through the legal system. "That is a tribute to the greatness of our American system," she said.
-Ron Fournier, AP Washington bureau chief
