Roberts' Confirmation Debate Focuses on Fraction of Cases He Worked On

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By Gina Holland Associated Press Writer
Published: Aug 5, 2005


WASHINGTON (AP) - John Roberts has handled thousands of cases as a lawyer and judge, but his Supreme Court confirmation hearing probably will focus on just a fraction of them.

While most come from Roberts' service as deputy solicitor general under the first President Bush, a case involving gay rights is drawing attention to his work in private practice.

For a Republican administration, Roberts handled issues such as abortion, affirmative action, school prayer and capital punishment.

The White House has refused Democrats' request for Roberts' writings on the cases he handled for the government, saying they are protected by attorney-client privilege.

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