U.S. Sen. Richard Burr is waiting to see who President Obama recommends.

The Winston-Salem Republican gave a brief description of his ideal Supreme Court candidate in a statement to Dome today.

"I look forward to working with President Obama to find a highly-qualified nominee who respects the Constitution and does not believe in legislating from the bench," he said.

Burr voted for Chief Justice John Roberts in 2005 and Samuel Alito in 2006. He gave a neutral statement on Harriet Miers' failed nomination, saying he would "carefully review" her qualifications.

He also thanked retiring Justice David Souter for his "years of service to our country."

Full statement after the jump.

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