Rehnquist was just reflecting his shifting role, from outsider to the institutional embodiment of the Court.

Jeffrey Toobin
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When Chief Justice John Roberts was sworn in as the 112th Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, he reflected his changing role. Roberts was a relatively new Justice on a relatively new court, and was still adjusting to his new status.

Source: The Nine: Inside The Secret World Of The Supreme Court

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