April 14, 2008

"Petty Warfare" Not Over

One circuit judge confirmed, many to go. This L.A. Times article quotes Senator Arlen Specter as placing the blame on both parties. The delays are clearly unnecessary and the public outcry should not be quelled by the confirmation of this one circuit court judge. There are many judicial vacancies that need to be filled as soon as possible, and plenty of nominees awaiting their hearings, a problem that can and should be addressed.