[ez]

From Federalist #76...

Those who have themselves reflected upon the subject, or who have attended to the observations made in other parts of these papers, in relation to the appointment of the President, will, I presume, agree to the position, that there would always be great probability of having the place supplied by a man of abilities, at least respectable. Premising this, I proceed to lay it down as a rule, that one man of discernment is better fitted to analyze and estimate the peculiar qualities adapted to particular offices, than a body of men of equal or perhaps even of superior discernment.

[rollo tomasi]

"...I proceed to lay it down as a rule, that one man of discernment is better fitted to analyze and estimate the peculiar qualities adapted to particular offices, than a body of men of equal or perhaps even of superior discernment."

Bush and you guys problem is the advise and consent process started before a nominee was even chosen. Miers was on the "list of surrender to compromise" remember. That is why Reid was pleased (Not that he will vote to confirm). Reid knew Bush consented to the compromise thus confirming what Hamilton and the Founders thought was not the best idea.

If Miers was the best Bush thought then I trust his judgment even less. Plenty of Scalia and Thomas "clones" out there but Bush had to pick someone from the "list" who will be tarred and feathered if any case involving the Bush Administration comes before the court.