I’m ok with hearings actually, so long as the candidate is voted down in committee and doesn’t reach a floor vote.
I agree. The Republicans have been so weak Obama is encouraged to challenge them again. And because they have been so weak, he has the upper hand in the court of public opinion. They should act like they are seriously considering Obama’s appointment, while delaying any consequential vote until he leaves office.
I don’t see how we can avoid having hearings. The democrats were determined not to vote for Bork - but they still held hearings . . . just so they could crucify the nominee.
I believe this is an excellent opportunity for the judiciary committee to tell the American people just how unAmerican the nomineee is.