McDonald Denies He’s An “Activist” In Confirmation Hearing

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) – Connecticut chief justice nominee Andrew McDonald denies he’s an “activist” justice, a claim made by some of his opponents.
Conservative groups want lawmakers to reject McDonald, calling him an “activist” who puts his liberal political beliefs ahead of the law.
Meanwhile, conservative lawmakers claim McDonald lacks the necessary experience.
Democratic Gov. Dannel P. Malloy’s nominee has been an associate justice of the state&rsquo