May 19, 2006

"He could so easily live in an elitist world. Instead, he tromps around in shabby clothes, a ridiculous coat that he has some Yiddish word for..."

"... and a cabdriver hat. He answers his own phone a lot. He's always accessible. He's one step below the Supreme Court, but he's such an everyday man."

Goodbye to Judge Edward R. Becker, who died today.
Posted by Ann Althouse at 6:55 PM
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3 comments:

Adam said...

I believe the term is "schmatte", though Sen. Specter insists it's "peltzel".

Those of us who practice before the Third Circuit -- regardless of ideology -- basically worship Ed Becker. An absolute genius who cared for justice, and a liberal Republican in the best sense of both terms. Wow, he will be missed.

5/19/06, 9:12 PM
Ann Althouse said...

Thanks, Adam.

5/19/06, 10:43 PM
bearbee said...

"the perfect combination of Mensa and mensch."
....sounds like some kinda guy.......

5/20/06, 9:22 AM

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