Is This Another of Bushs' Bitches Or What?

cicerone imposter wrote:

You're missing the point - completely! "...who share his world view..." is absolutely absurd! I don't share "world view" with my siblings or wife!

Are you alright? You're not making sense, even granted that you disagree with me. The presidengt has a total right to appoint judges that share his political outlook, and this has been the usual practice since America came into existence.

Because that's not what we mean. What we mean is so trivially obvious, that I'm amazed I have to spoonfeed it to you. Most of us do believe very much in strict constructionism, but, inevitably, the judge's view still has some effect from time to time. Now run along and look for ways to interpret this as an endorsement of Satan worship or whatever.

Brandon9000 wrote:

Because that's not what we mean. What we mean is so trivially obvious, that I'm amazed I have to spoonfeed it to you. Most of us do believe very much in strict constructionism, but, inevitably, the judge's view still has some effect from time to time. Now run along and look for ways to interpret this as an endorsement of Satan worship or whatever.

over reacting, much? wtf does satan have to do with it ?

nothing, that's what.

you've stated a preference for conservative judges, have you not ?

a strict constructionist, the way people are using it means, or should mean, according to the constitution. which is neither a liberal or a conservative document. it is an american document. meant to grant freedom to all americans, not just the majority and not just the minority.

since the only people i hear demanding a "strict constructionist" be appointed are conservatives and ultra-conservatives, ya don't have to be a rocket scientist to understand what is really meant.

so there.

"Even within the framework of strict constructionism, the judges basic political orientation has some effect."

Nobody has argued this point. There's a big difference between "the world views" of the president, and his world view on any nominee to the SC.

However, having said that, judges are representative of all the people of America - not only his political views. To that extent, judges must follow the Constitution and stare decisis in all their decisions. If he/she lets his political views influence his/her decision, he no longer represents all the people.

We are all well aware of how the SC interceded in the Florida elections. That was one of the weakness of the Supreme Court - not its strength.

Brandon, Even though you may copy my posts, you fail to read and understand their content. Here again: "However, having said that, judges are representative of all the people of America - not only his political views. To that extent, judges must follow the Constitution and stare decisis in all their decisions."

This means to "follow the laws of this country."

That's a given; history proves that.

Brandon, The merry-go-round has made its tenth round. I'm jumping off now.

Brandon 9000.... In his heart, you know he's right

blueveinedthrobber wrote:

Brandon 9000.... In his heart, you know he's right

It seems to me that you have very few arguments to support your ideas, and tend to use snappy lines instead. I am not a bit surprised that you have trouble supporting your views.

Brandon9000 wrote:

blueveinedthrobber wrote:

Brandon 9000.... In his heart, you know he's right

It seems to me that you have very few arguments to support your ideas, and tend to use snappy lines instead. I am not a bit surprised that you have trouble supporting your views.

just like the gop....

Brandon you are not my rival and we are not in competition of any kind. I have no wish to debate a bush bobble head. I'm just having fun while stating my opinion, and the way you rise to the bait makes it just that much more amusing to me. My opinions on bush are set in stone, as yours are.

ignore them then, oh mighty one, but when you insist on debating (?) with one you claim is so unworthy a person one could get the idea that you were merely trying to bolster your own fragile self esteem. :wink: