I like this Breyer guy.

[nolabear]

I like the joy in his voice, his comfort in speaking to America.

He and Joe are alike in that. Humans.

[secondwind]

1. I feel the same way...............

[Doc Sportello]

2. He retired for the sake of the country

Clearly at 83 he is still not only capable but adept at his job, so he could have kept going. Despite his position on being non-political he made this choice based on the current political and congressional timetable. True patriot.

[yorkster]

3. A very moving speech.

Will also miss his warm, rich voice.

[Midnight Writer]

4. Makes you wonder how he puts up with the wingnut colleagues on the Court.

It must be heartbreaking for him to see what is happening to the institution.

[madaboutharry]

5. I had the same thought.

It must be painful for him to have to work alongside some of them, especially the arrogant prima donnas.

It has been reported by journalists covering the SC that Justice Breyer sometimes holds his head in his hands while some of his colleagues are speaking.

[lame54]

6. Joe should nominate him