Honorable Lincoln Chafee
United States Senator
Rhode Island, RepublicanLincoln Chafee was appointed to the U.S. Senate following the death of his father, John Chafee, in October 1999. He was elected to a full term in November 2000. Prior to joining the Senate, he served as mayor of Warwick, Rhode Island. The following is excerpted from the January 30, 2006, Senate floor debate on the confirmation of Samuel Alito for associate justice.President Bush has nominated Judge Samuel Alito to replace Justice Sandra Day O’Connor on the Supreme Court. Justice O’Connor has had a remarkable career of public service. Her strong and moderate voice on the Supreme Court…
