[loveliberty2]

"The Judiciary Committee and the full Senate are entitled to know from President Bush's nominee for an Associate Justiceship on the Supreme Court of the United States basically one thing: what does John Roberts believe is the constitutional function of courts in general, and the Supreme Court in particular—and of the judges who sit on those courts."

Mr. Holzer might have suggested one other thing the Judiciary Committe and full Senate, as well as 'We, the People,' are entitled to know from this or any nominee.

That critically important thing is: what does John Roberts believe to be the meaning of Article V of the United States Constitution and how does he believe that provision applies to the Supreme Court and sitting judges, the Senate and Congress (legislative branch), and the Executive branch?

By his answer, all citizens will be able to discern what he believes to be the meaning of the term "living constitution."

Clue:

"Until the people have, by some solemn and authoritative act, annulled or changed the established form, it is binding upon them collectively, as well as individually; and no presumption or even knowledge of their sentiments, can warrant their representatives [the executive, judiciary, or legislature]; in a departure from it prior to such an act." - Alexander Hamilton

[smoothsailing]

Certainly an appropriate and important question.Glad you posted.

One of the best benefits of FR is the opportunity it provides for learning.I've learned from you today,ll2,and I appreciate it.