Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was in Orlando today at a ribbon-cutting ceremony dedicating the nation's newest federal courthouse, which was built to the tune of $102 million.
According to the Orlando Sentinel, the robed Thomas used one of Winston Churchill's famous quotes for the occasion: "We shape our buildings; therefore they shape us."
It was unknown if Thomas' itinerary included stops in the city's famed theme parks but amid great fanfare, Thomas later was treated like a rock star. He signed autographs, posed for pictures and greeted the crowd that included district judges, politicians, prosecutors, federal agents, lawyers and courthouse employees.
For a slideshow, click here. For a Legal Times story on Thomas' new book to be released Oct. 1, go here.
Hey Pedro!!! The dedication was fabulous today and speeches were all humorous other than Micca claiming he didn't like the design.
Posted by: Employee from Orlando | September 21, 2007 at 06:09 PM