Ya know, this may sound elitist, but I would be more comfortable had Mr. Miers every married and/or had children. At least some step children or something.
Somehow I feel less comfortable with the opinions of a Judge who has never had to make the type of family decisions that come from having children.
I know this point of view will rankle some people, but that's just how I feel.
I've read similar stuff from people wishing she knew more about "average people". I think you've got it backwards.
The problem with too many justices is that they view themselves as policy makers. That considerations such as family, etc. and other "human" factors are important, and should be considered by justices when rendering opinions.
I couldn't disagree more. A Supreme Court justice should apply the Constitution as written, not insert his/her own notions of family or morality. That's the path to judicial activism, and a justice who becomes more liberal over time.
FWIW, I understand that she is very family oriented. She takes care of an aged mother and is very involved with her nephews (I'm not sure if it was nephews, or nephews and nieces). It may not be the same as having children of your own, but she does have a family with which she is very much involved.