PSA: Watching a decade-long court case unfold completely altered my view on judicial appointments
I was always in the 'confirm judges faster' camp, thinking delays were purely partisan obstruction (honestly, it felt that way for years). What changed my mind was following the meticulous review in a major environmental law case that took nearly ten years to reach a verdict. Seeing how that extended timeline allowed for evolving scientific evidence to be incorporated showed me the value of a deliberate pace. It made me appreciate that some legal foundations need that slow build to withstand future challenges (even if it tests our patience). Now, I believe the appointment and confirmation process, while frustratingly slow, can ensure more robust and considered jurisprudence. I guess some things in politics are like slow-cooked meals, better for the waiting.