I agree pretty much. There are almost always better qualified people for any job. I would have rather Bush nominated Luddig or Pryor or someone that's a proven hard line conservative, but Miers could well be someone like them who's just not known. What bothers me is this knee jerk atmosphere here. I will not discount the fact that she's been in the administration for years, and Bush has known her for a very long time. And there are a lot of proven conservatives who have come out to bat for her today. Until I hear something that indicates she has liberal tendencies, I can't oppose her with a clear conscience. I base opinions on what I know, not what I think. And fear is a terrible place from which to base an opinion.
Is that the only two alternatives? Support her or oppose her? Can't we say, we won't play in this one?
And you'll find I have not ruled her to be, or not be, a strict constructionist.
You'll also find I've stated emphtically that no one can claim betrayal or completion of his promise. Those that do, make fools of themselves. Simply enough is not known to take a stand.
I've firmly stated voting for Gore does not disqualify. My own parents have voted for people we do not care for, neither do they anymore. As well, I've voted for Democrats in past though not at the Presidential level.
And something I have not commented on, the folks making statements about her looks or being a single woman are completely out of line.
My main position is that I feel her qualifications are merely adequate, and that is a disappointment.
I'm expressing that disappointment.
But I'll neither work for a withdrawal of the nomination, nor for confirmation. Instead I'm awaiting the administration's case. That I do so, is evidence of my faith in the man and good will towards despite the disappointment over the selection. I could easily denounce him, but have not.