Judges v. Diseases
- Her diabetes is no more of a concern than any other disease some of her colleagues may have. Diseases such as Aldheimers, Old Age, Prostate, etc. or any other diseases that may affect an individual. I strongly suggest that one look into the diseases of the other Supreme Court judges before judging her.
- —Guest Carole Carter
Diabetes is nothing compared to...
- As reported by Slate, "In a 2000 article titled "Mental Decrepitude" on the U.S. Supreme Court," David Garrow reviewed 15 similar cases of justices who continued to serve on the high court while demented, addicted to drugs, or otherwise mentally incapacitated. Type 1 diabetes is not an impairment to living life - it is a manageable disease. An improper dose of thyroid medication, or thyroid disease itself is more likely to cause mental deficits (Chief Justice William Rehnquist had thryoid cancer) than is type 1 diabetes. Sonia has shown a lifetime of taking personal responsibility for her health and has led an extraordinary life of accomplishment. I am so pleased to see her appointed - not because she represents those of us living with diabetes but because she is well-qualified to do the job. Her diabetes is not her celebrity; her credentials are.
- —Guest Lahle Wolfe
my opinion
- I don't personaly like her however her diabetes should have no bearing on the decision to apoint her or not.
- —baramler
Rev.
- It will be a positive asset in her role as a Supreme Court Judge. It will only be a problem for those with limited or no perception of the importance of a Supreme Court Judge being a human being with all the characteristics of being human that will help that person make wise judgements and decisions as the serve. Ivan Horn
- —Guest Ivan Horn
not an issue
- I don't think her diabetes should be an issue. If it's controlled, whihc it obviously is, since she's had it from childhood, why would the topic even come up?
- —Guest vickiesteward
Diabetes, an hindrance to Sotomayor?
- I have Type 2 diabetes, but if you try to eat right, exercise, attain normal weight, and otherwise take care of yourself, it should not be an hindrance.
- —Mooker40
Sotomayor and Diabetes
- absolutely no hold-backs to her appointment. That would be grossly unfair. She is an intelligent, action-oriented human being and should never be stopped because of a "condition" which she obviously controls.
- —Guest dee
not a problem
- I don't think her diabetes is a problem, nor do I think it will be a serious issue in the nomination process.
- —Guest wpmartin55
Jerome
- As a long-term type 2 diabetic with excellent control and an active professional and personal life at age 70, I see NO reason why her diabetes should be an issue. I have friends who are type 1 and wear an insulin pump. One of them is extremely active working in the developing world, under much more difficult conditions than the Supreme Court.
- —Guest Jerome
Sonis diabetes
- not at all, she is able to be a productive person.
- —Guest robert
Sonia Sotomayor's diabetes
- I don't think it should even be looked at! What diffrence does it make that she has diabetes? Can she do the job? Then put her in there, and maybe she can actually help with some of the issues that diabetics face everyday! Plus it shows kids that have diabetes that anything is possible!
- —Guest kaypmom
Who decides?
- I really think that Sonia Sotomayor would be the best judge for this decision...no pun intended.
- —Guest Nena
Diabetes is the least of my concerns
- Judge Sotomayor has a terrible record as a Circuit Court judge, of being reversed by the U.S. Supreme Court over and over again. In fact, OVER HALF of her decisions as a Court of Appeals judge have been STRUCK DOWN. Her fellow Clinton appointee on that bench, Jose Cabranes, even objected that a recent decision of hers contained "no reference whatsoever to the constitutional issues at the core of this case!" The reason is clear why she is always reversed: Judge Sotomayor is a judicial activist who allows her ideology to dictate her decisions, rather than the plain facts of each case. In a now-famous quote at Duke Law School, she even stated her firm belief that the court "is where policy is made!" THAT is called "legislating from the bench" -- and that is NOT what is needed on the Supreme court The U.S. Supreme Court and her fellow judges and clerks think this woman is WRONG. We do NOT need a judicial activist sitting on the bench.
- —Guest lcroft
Sotomayor's Diabetes an Issue?
- Not knowing how well she controls her diabetes, or what her overall health is like, I can't give an direct answer. As long as she remains in good health and control's her diabete, there should be little or no issue.
- —fluffyracoon
Sotomayor's Diabetes
- I think that "type 1 diabetics are usually strong, organized and self-aware" cannot be applicable to all of them. I know at least one such person who is the exact opposite. However, since survival depends on riguros adherence to diabetes management requirements, over many years, successful persons such as this nominee will have developed a lifestyle that encompasses a daily routine which allows for personal accomplishments without interference from the chronic health cndition. In other words, Ms Sotomayor's diabetes should not be of any concern whatever - - obviously, the President thinks the same way.
- —Guest Bantelmann
A non issue-a moot point
- From all appearances the lady appears to be in control of her condition, after being a diabetic for such a long time, she should be aware of the ramifications of undertaking her new position. Are we suggesting that being a diabetic/non diabetic be a criteria for the position of a supreme court judge?
- —Guest Selma Hodge
Diabetes as an Asset
- Sotomayor's diabetes should be seen as an asset not a weakness. Type 1 diabetics are usually strong, organized, self-aware individuals -- all excellent characteristics for a Supreme Court Justice. I have had type 1 diabetes for 45 years, since the age of 5. Type 1 diabetics produce no insulin. We must balance injected insulin with food and exercise in effort to maintain near normal blood sugars. The drive required to perform this fear successfully usually spills over into other areas of life. It has clearly done so for Sonia Sotomayor. Diabetes also requires one to respect one's own weakness. Recognizing that you cannot eat lunch without medication is humbling. This kind of humility can produce sympathy and understanding for other people. Sonia Sotomayor's success with the disease for 47 years stands beside her other accomplishments as testimony to her strengths.
- —janeholzka
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