text: I think the "dogma that guided" was the belief that citizens should practice their faith freely, but I havent read his remarks.
  
  Sen Feinstein was asking Prof Barrett questions about her judicial philosophy as gleaned from her published works. It was not her Catholic faith that was questioned, but how she would apply her faith in administering the laws of this country. Barrett gave a good answer, she would recuse herself if a conflict arose. I doubt that it was the answer the bishops wanted to hear, since they would be expected to do the opposite, ie adhere to religious principles rather than laws.
  
  Sen Durbin's comments are a little dicier, but they go to the issue of prejudice. Does she "profile" people, deciding if they fit this group or that based on obscure personal judgments? Or will she adminster justice impartially?