McCain discussing Supreme Court choices
Emboldened by the meteoric success of his nomination of Sarah Palin as his vice presidential running mate, and still optimistic about winning the key swing states in three weeks, John McCain is reportedly huddling with advisors about possible Supreme Court appointments. It was not clear whether any firm decisions would be made before the election, but McCain is said to be gearing up for at least three appointments to the High Court in the first two years of his term in the White House. Justices Souter, Stevens, and Ginsburg are all expected to retire within that timeframe.
Aides report that McCain has already isolated one top candidate for his list of potential nominees. "It's kind of a replay of what we saw right before the convention," one campaign insider said. "He's already latched onto a proven maverick, who's bright, attractive, and accomplished. Plus, she has that 80 percent approval rating that the senator is always looking for. He's his own man, and he knows how to pick people."
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Did you get an advance copy of a Saturday Night Live skit? This has to be a skit. It can't possibly be true....Man, those writers on SNL are worth their weight in gold......too funny
Posted by mp97303 | October 11, 2008 8:12 PM
That's a terrible decision by McCain. Judge Marilyn Milian kicks Judy's butt. She's gotten me through many a sick day with what the People's Court's website calls her "sassy style of justice." Plus, she's a soccer mom!
Choosing Judy over Milian and the People's Court is a terrible decision. If I recognize that with a fever of 102, McCain should recognize it and reconsider his appointment of Judy.
Milian to the bench!
Posted by teacherrefpoet | October 11, 2008 8:54 PM
I'd favor Judge Sheindlin over Judge Milian. The court's packed full of law-n-order judges; another former prosecutor is the last thing it needs. Sheindlin's background as a family law judge should bring some much needed practically to SCUS.
Scary as it sounds, I think it wouldn't be a bad idea for some fresh sources of Supremes. Just re-read The Brethren by Woodward; I've been amazed at the level of control and influence the clerks have. Some new folks, supported by smart clerks, might lead to a more relevant Court.
PS: Teacherrefpoet -- I'm playing Foreigner's Hot Blooded just for you!
Posted by Chris Coyle | October 11, 2008 10:47 PM
Would Judge Judy be willing to give up $27 million per year in income?
I'd love to see her sitting on the new U.S. Government owned bank BOD compensation committee.
Posted by Mister Tee | October 14, 2008 12:02 AM