What needs to happen now is to have a hearing so the American people can hear what I have heard. That’s what they (Senate Republicans) are so afraid of now. I think once the American people see how well qualified he is, they are going to be outraged that a person who is so supremely qualified is not being treated fairly. Everything I’ve read about him is true. He is exceptionally well qualified. If that were to happen and the American public were to say “We’re going to hold the Republicans accountable at the ballot box,” I think they would reconsider.

We obviously need a full and functioning Supreme Court. So it is irresponsible for the Republicans to say they are going to have an empty seat. They are disrespecting our president, and they are disrespecting the Constitution.

Q: Given the way this presidential primary season has gone, how do you feel about the Democratic Party?

A: There’s such a contrast between the Republican side and the Democratic side. I have no question the Democrats will rally around the Democratic nominee, who will be Hillary Clinton. I’m going to support Hillary Clinton. We’re gong to unify so that our party is fighting for a fair shot for every American.