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October 27, 2005
Ugh
Jeff Goldstein points out a really, really bad quote from a speech by Supreme Court nominee Harriet Miers.
We undeniable still have a justice system that does not provide justice for all as provided by the Pledge of Allegiance. One justice for the rich, one justice for the poor. One justice sometimes for minorities, one for whites.Goldstein says this sounds a lot like John Edwards' "two Americas" speech. I'm going to be less charitable. I think it sounds like the ramblings of someone trying to be profound, and failing miserably.
I've tried very hard to keep my comments on Miers away from anything that smacks of ad hominem attacks, but let's face facts here - the woman is a crappy writer, and if this speech shows the thought processes we can expect from a Justice Miers, then we need to increase the pressure on the White House to withdraw the nomination, or encourage our senators to vote against her.
For reasons unknown, Hugh Hewitt has read the speeches and is still banging the pro-Miers drum. Although I must point out that his rhetoric has gone from "Miers must be confirmed" to "Miers must be given a hearing." Hewitt makes the argument that we shouldn't judge Miers based on a speech made over a decade ago. That seems a fair point, but those of us who oppose this nomination simply see that speech as another point against her, not the only one.
Hewitt's support of Miers seems grounded in his reluctance to give the Democrats a win if she is rejected. Given what we know about her so far, I'd say Hewitt is fighting for the Democrats on this one - they'll get a win if she's confirmed.
By the way, NZ Bear, I oppose the Miers nomination. You can add me to the list.
UPDATE - Captain Ed is off the fence, as well.
Posted by slublog at October 27, 2005 12:00 AM
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Speaking of John Edwards, both he and Tom Daschle are coming to Northwestern U. (where I'm currently attending grad. school) to give speeches.
I'm thinking about going and blogging about them, but I'm wondering if my blood pressure can take it . . .
Posted by: Hal at October 27, 2005 12:11 AM
Heh. I'm going to see Dan Rather next week. I'm looking forward to the amount of crazy he can pack into his speech.
Posted by: Slublog at October 27, 2005 12:17 AM