Of all the cool things I’ve done in Washington over the past six years, having dinner with Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas tonight ranks as one of the best. I really had no idea what to expect before meeting him, but I came away inspired by his uplifting attitude and great sense of humor. He’s also remarkably humble for being such an important person in Washington.
I’m looking forward to reading his memoir, “My Grandfather’s Son,” which I started on the Metro ride home tonight. Based on what I’ve already seen on “60 Minutes,” read on ABC News and heard on Rush Limbaugh, I’m convinced it’ll be an outstanding read. My boss loved it — and I hope people with an open mind feel the same way.
One thing is for certain after seeing Justice Thomas tonight — he’s not a bitter man as his critics claim. As Wendy Long wrote this morning on Bench Memos, “Justice Thomas is summed up by the ‘A’ word ‚Äî not ‘angry,’ but ‘awesome.’” I couldn’t put it much better myself.
UPDATE — Oct. 2, 11:17 a.m.: I just added of photo from last night of me and Justice Thomas. I have a habit of wearing a big smile when I meet important people.
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