There exists in some parts of the world sanctimonious criticism of America's death penalty, as somehow unworthy of a civilized society.

As a general rule, I do not think it appropriate for judges to heap either praise or censure upon a legislative measure that comes before them, lest it be thought that their validation, invalidation, or interpretation of it is driven by their desire to expand or constrict what they personally approve or disapprove as a matter of policy.

A good, hard-hitting dissent keeps you honest.

Antonin Scalia Quotes