If we're picking people to draw out of their own…
“If we're picking people to draw out of their own conscience and experience a 'new' Constitution, we should not look principally for good lawyers. We should look to people who agree with us. When we are in that mode, you realize we have rendered the Constitution useless.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Choosing judges based on agreement rather than expertise undermines the Constitution's purpose.
In simple terms: Choosing like with shared views erodes constitutional value.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize competence over ideology.
Themes
judicial selection
constitutional integrity
political bias
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
legal
When to use this quote
- court appointments
- legislative hearings
- public debates
- media commentary
Key Concepts
rule of law
judicial independence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure balanced representation on courts?
- What safeguards protect constitutional purpose?
A Different Perspective
If consensus dominates, minority rights may be ignored.