Characterization of my disagreement as "whining" invites a characterization of your position as "shilling." Both are better left unstated. Moreover, your suggestion that had I investigated other positions, mine would be otherwise is both baseless and illogical.
Further, Miers brings to the Court skills and experience that should not be dismissed so blithely by the intelligentsia. In addition to the flashier constitutional issues, the Supreme Court docket includes more than a few cases affecting the business world.
Matters of constitutionality in the busines world come before the high court. And over a 30-40 year career, there is no indication that she has had any interest or experience in these matters. There is no argument that she brings a unique perspective. The question is whether or not she shows evidence of having developed the proper perspective on rule of law.
Some have created difficulties for business, and indirectly for consumers, because the justices simply didn’t understand the practical implications of their decisions.
Matters of expertise in how laws affect consumers and businesses are properly left with the elected branches. It's something of an orginalist position. And it is very telling that Ms. Miers' supporter's must invent roles never envisioned by the Constitution in order to justify her ascent to a seat.
I should have changed the name of the column to avoid hurting your feelings? No offense was intended; I'm sorry you took it personally.
Both are better left unstated. Moreover, your suggestion that had I investigated other positions, mine would be otherwise is both baseless and illogical.
Sorry, I assumed that since the matter is still under discussion, you might be open to considering more information -- in the form of someone else's thoughts formed from a different point of view and area of expertise, even if you ultimately reject it. I'm reading all I can, both of views I lean toward and views and I'm inclined to reject. I find both kinds enriching, if in different ways.
I apologize for any offense. None was intended.