Questions About Clarence Thomas

Your editorial “Wasn’t This Settled Long Ago?” (July 6) is both right and wrong.

No question, race, religion and place of origin should not be an issue when making a decision about a political candidate or a nominee for public office.

No question, a person’s background does influence thinking. It is reasonable, therefore, to examine the present state of an individual’s positions and his/her philosophy. John Kennedy proved that his background did not prejudice his thinking. It is important that our new Supreme Court nominee does the same thing.

The issues of the day threaten the very essence of our freedom. The court itself has exacerbated the challenge.

RICHARD STRAUSS

Rancho Santa Fe