Quotes from Brett Kavanaugh

My judicial philosophy is straightforward.

I have been known for my courtesy on and off the bench.

A president who is concerned about an ongoing criminal investigation is almost inevitably going to do a worse job as president.

When people ask what it's like to be an only child, I say it depends on who your parents are. I was lucky.

I thank God every day for my family.

Semi-automatic rifles, like semi-automatic handguns, have not traditionally been banned and are in common use by law-abiding citizens for self-defense in the home, hunting, and other lawful uses.

I think justices of all stripes agree that stare decisis is important, but not an inextricable command. It's not inflexible; it's not absolute.

As I have said repeatedly, if confirmed to the court, I would be part of a team of nine, committed to deciding cases according to the constitution and laws of the United States. I would always strive to be a team player.

I am part of the vibrant Catholic community in the D.C. area. The members of that community disagree about many things, but we are united by a commitment to serve.

The Supreme Court must never be viewed as a partisan institution.

My wife and daughters have faced vile and violent threats.