[Theodore R.]

I think that he was referring to the elected positions only. Theoretically, the Supreme Court was established at the mercy of the Congress. Weak Congresses over the years have allowed the court to become the supreme branch of government. These Congresses actually prefer the court making the major controversial decisions so as to shield the members from the potential ire of their constituents.

[Redbob]

Obviously he's referring to elected positions only; my point is that in doing so,he overlooks political reality in this country at this time.

And in doing that, he renders his entire article worthless.
What is the point of an analysis that ignores reality?