Yesterday was the first day of Sonia Sotomayor’s confirmation hearings. Today the senators will get their chance to challenge the nominee on her rulings, speeches, and judicial philosophy. The Takeaway’s Washington Correspondent Todd Zwillich joins us with a look at the highlights.
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