Dr. Ford has shown incredible courage. This allegation speaks directly to the nominee’s character then and truthfulness now. Before any other steps, there should be a nonpartisan evaluation by professionals trained on trauma-informed investigations.
This is a crucial test for the US Senate. The integrity of this body, and of our nation’s highest court, is on the line.
Judge Kavanaugh’s nomination has been a flawed process from the beginning. Republicans have consistently sought to hide his record from the American people. This latest, most serious allegation deserves rigorous scrutiny. The process must not be rushed through.
I said during the Thomas hearings that I believed Anita Hill, and I still do. The Senate must do better this time. We have an obligation to the Constitution, to Dr. Ford, to Judge Kavanaugh, and to the American people to get this right.
