Helgi Walker, 1995 Term
“In the twenty-six-plus years since he was confirmed, Justice Thomas has been doing tremendous service for the law and for our nation. There’s a quote from ‘Mr. Smith Goes to Washington’ that always makes me think of him: Justice Thomas has ‘plain, decent, every day, common rightness. And this country could use some of that.’ As in the movie, there will always be people who try to tear down those who lift up new ideas that challenge the prevailing orthodoxy, but to the legions of us who know and love him it’s just background noise.”
Sigal P. Mandelker, 2001 Term
“Justice Thomas is the wisest person I know. He is enormously kind and incredibly generous with his time and advice. He has inspired generations of law clerks to public service, to treat others with great respect, and to always be intellectually honest. A man from humble roots, he epitomizes the American Dream and what can be accomplished through hard work and integrity.”
Kate Comerford Todd, 2000 Term
“I am blessed to call Justice Thomas my mentor, my role model, and my friend. He leads his chambers by his example — working hard, striving for excellence, and never wavering from principle, while always making time for his wife, his faith, his family, and his friends. He has a huge heart and loves the human story, and so for him being kind to everyone comes naturally. No distant detractor could walk next to this man and fail to appreciate his infectious warmth, love of the human spirit, and profound respect for the men and women he encounters.”
Jennifer L. Mascott, 2008 Term
“The time I spent as a law clerk to Justice Thomas has been one of the highlights of my life. The Justice’s integrity, intellect, and humility are an invaluable asset to the country. There could not be nicer, more generous, or more dedicated public servants than Justice and Mrs. Thomas.”