Much has been written about the life and accomplishments of New Hampshire’s David Souter, retired Supreme Court justice and a warm and friendly man. I encountered him due to our common connections to ...

WASHINGTON — Retired Supreme Court Justice David H. Souter, the ascetic bachelor and New Hampshire Republican who became a favorite of liberals during his nearly 20 years on the bench, has died.

In this July 9, 2008, file photo, Supreme Court Justice David Souter reacts after speaking at a dedication ceremony at the State Supreme Courthouse in Concord, New Hampshire. Souter, who died in ...