[Kryptonite]

I doubt it's true, but even assuming it is, it makes Miers more courageous than 80% of the potential nominees.

All those principled conservatives would run away like scared chickens from a nomination to the Supreme Court, is that what we're being asked to believe? It's BS.

[onyx]

I doubt it's true, but even assuming it is, it makes Miers more courageous than 80% of the potential nominees.






Indeed. Good point. IF TRUE.

[garandgal]

All those principled conservatives would run away like scared chickens from a nomination to the Supreme Court, is that what we're being asked to believe?

You are assuming that the other choices were principled conservatives. Unlikely.

[gpapa]

20% rise to the top, the other 80% don't make it. I'd rather be on top than on the bottom.

[born in the Bronx]

I won't deny her toughness. But also factor in that she has no children who could be harmed by the process.