He believes that Judge Alito has interest and expertise in securities law; this nomination presents a major upgrade in business law on the Supreme Court. He notes that the judge has also taught a class in legal issues related to the war on terrorism; he thinks that this too adds valuable expertise. He compares Judge Alito’s demeanor and respect for judicial office to President Reagan’s refusal to take off his suitcoat in the Oval Office. Judge Alito checks his politics at the door. He is most disappointed by the “smear tactics” related to the judge’s former membership in the Concerned Alumni of Princeton; “it’s easier to tell a big lie than a small lie.”