Blue slip
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A Blue slip is an opinion written by a senator from state of residence of a federal judicial nominee. Both senators from the state are sent a blue slip in which they may submit a favorable or unfavorable opinion of a nominee. They may also choose not to submit one. The Senate Judiciary Committee takes Blue Slips highly into consideration whether or not to confirm a nominee. It is a means through which the practice of senatorial courtesy is carried out.