Sentinel of the Constitution

On Saturday our nation suffered a great lose with

the passing of Antonin Scalia, a name most Americans
may not know. Nor will many people who do know his
name appreciate what he has done for them the past
thirty years.

During his three decades on the Supreme Court Scalia
has been a lightening rod on the most divisive issues
confronting the jurists.

Yet through the accolades and criticism Scalia has
remained the "sentinel of the US Constitution".

Most people may not understand the import of what
Scalia brought to the court as its longest serving

jurist.

He was revered by those who understand the importance
of our Constitution, the foundation of our republic.

But,he was also hated in some quarters by those who
believed the Constitution be 'molded' to fit their 

interests,something Scalia knew was not the court's

role.

It serves no constructive purpose to argue with someone

who allows 'hate' to replace 'respect' when reviewing
Scalia's, or any other jurist's, opinions.

To view Scalia fairly, we need look no further than his
relationship with his colleague for 27 years and closest
friend, Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Both served the public admirably yet neither agreed on
much which came before the court, especially the limits
of govt.

Constitution conservatives are saddened with Scalia's

passing.  Let's hope they are equally saddened with

the passing of jurists such as Ginsberg, I know Scalia

would be!

Antonin Scalia, Rest in Peace