[Cboldt]

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There isn't much "more" at the article. I saw no statements by the TX Justices, just the quote from President Bush.

[Parmenio]

"She's been consistently ranked as one of the top 50 women lawyers in the United States. She has been a leader in the legal profession. She's impressed these folks. They know her well. They know that she'll bring excellence to the bench."

The exact same things could have been said about Justice Ginsberg.

[Siena Dreaming]

Despite the conservative criticism, none of the Senate's 55 Republicans has yet to announce opposition to the appointment.

A couple have voiced concerns, but only a couple. Most are keeping quiet until the hearings which is right.

[tdewey10]

See the volokh consipiracy on the "top 50" comment. She was rated as one of the top 50 most influential lawyers because of her connections to the President.

Being a top 50 most influential woman lawyer != Being the best lawyer or even being the top 50 best woman lawyers.

http://volokh.com/posts/1128789544.shtml

[oblomov]

More Texans saying, "trust me".

[Rodney King]

"Harriet Miers is a uniquely qualified person to serve on the bench

"Uniquely" being the key word. What about her would be unique? Certainly nothing good.

[Plutarch]

Press Release from White House:

President Discusses Harriet Miers Nomination with Former Texas Supreme Court Justices

Among these Judges are likely those appointed to the Texas Court by Bush, and mindful of Federal appointment possibilities now.