ACLJ Says Senate Approval of John Ashcroft Clears Way for Welcomed Change At the Justice Department.

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WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 1, 2001

The American Center for Law and Justice, an international public interest law firm, said today's Senate approval of the nomination of John Ashcroft as Attorney General clears the way for Ashcroft to bring change to the Justice Department - representing a new and welcomed commitment to defending the constitution.

"John Ashcroft went the distance and will make an exceptional Attorney General who will represent all Americans," said Jay Sekulow, Chief Counsel of the ACLJ. "John Ashcroft enters the office of Attorney General with a firm commitment to enforce the law and uphold the constitution. It is encouraging that the Justice Department is now in the hands of an Attorney General who is dedicated to defending the constitutional principles that are at the foundation of this nation. The Justice Department will now get what it has needed for some time - a strong and dedicated leader who will equally enforce the law."

The ACLJ collected nearly 233,000 names from people across the nation during a petition campaign in support of the Ashcroft nomination. The results of the petition campaign were forwarded to members of the Senate before today's vote.

The ACLJ is an international public interest law firm focusing on constitutional issues. The ACLJ specializes in pro-family, pro-liberty, and pro-life issues. The Web site address is www.aclj.org.