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In reply to the discussion: Justice Breyer Insists SCOTUS Isn't Political, Warns Against Court-Packing, and Doesn't Talk About R [View all]modrepub
(3,495 posts)Why did the Republicans try so hard to slow down democratic nominees and push theirs through in nearly record time? Given Democrats have held the executive longer over the last 30 years than Republicans, it's telling in my mind that the appointments are nearly split (overall) but lean Republican.
Now maybe some wiser minds in the federal court system know they can push lightly on the controls for fear of a major backlash from the public if their decisions are perceived as too one sided. But at some point the right-sided leaners are going to attempt to tip the whole kit and caboodle over to their side. Most of us aren't willing to wait for another citizens united type ruling to happen without reconsidering how judicial appointments are made.