I am in transit and cannot write more than a quick commentary, but I want to call people’s attention to some commentary on Forbes magazine’s website: www.forbes.com/…
He writes about the qualities a good justice should have. From the tenor of the article, the punchline isn’t unexpected, but here is an excerpt from Victor Lipman’s article on judicial temperament.
At the end of the day good leadership is about temperament. Having the kind of calm demeanor and even temperament that enables one to make sound thoughtful decisions under pressure. Not decisions that are reflexive, impulsive, angry or politically driven.
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Well, cheer up, the good news at least is I think we found someone today with the right temperament to make a fine Supreme Court Justice.
Her name is Christine Blasey Ford.
