With the sudden death of Antonin Scalia, a dormant issue will be center
stage in this presidential election year, selection of the next Supreme
Court justice.
Cutting right to the chase, President Obama wants his nominee Merrick
Garland to get his rightful confirmation consideration by the US Senate
while its Republican leadership says it would not consider an appointment
in an election year which both parties at different times have stated.
There are merits in both opposing viewpoints. But, perhaps its more
important the Senate have the hearing now, as it would be highly visible
and allow the public to see serious Constitutional issues discussed.
A confirmation hearing in an election year provides the public the
opportunity to learn about issues which have come before the court
candidates running may not want to campaign on, but should be
questioned about.
There remains a wide divide among Americans, especially on social
issues. And, even though many of them were already decided by the
court and are considered "settled law", they are not settled in the
minds and hearts of Americans with sincere beliefs.
Supreme Court appointments are not simply a matter of hiring another
govt. worker it is the most valued position a person can hold as decisions
can be life altering.
So, we should have the confirmation hearing, the American people deserve it!
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