Lamar S. Smith

“The Supreme Court is not elected, and it is therefore not a proper arbiter of social policy.”

“Nearly every study shows that competition from cheap foreign labor undercuts the wages of American workers and legal immigrants.”

“The more energy-efficient we become as a nation, the less we need to develop additional energy sources.”

“Judicial abuse occurs when judges substitute their own political views for the law.”

“Judges should interpret the law, not make it.”

“The Constitution provides for freedom of religion, not freedom from religion.”

“Conservation of energy also protects our environment.”

“Electricity is derived from many non-renewable energy sources like oil, natural gas and coal.”

“I support basic research, which can lead to discoveries that change our world, expand our horizons and save lives.”

“Congress has a responsibility to review research paid for by hard-working American taxpayers.”