I think Bush should have given Scalia the Chief position. So what if he had to be confirmed. He's already a justice so what can they do? It would have been great to hear him speak, and then contrast that with Roberts.
You are absolutely right and I am positive if we would have been a fly in the room ,that Bush and Co. agree with you, BUT too many hearings -too many chances. Remember what Dems did as minority to UN representative and others. Scalia can't be recess appointment.