Thoughtful opinion from a senior editor at Slate about Sonia Sotomayor's confirmation hearings. The author makes a reasonable point that everyone involved in these hearings appears to be posturing in a game of political theater - though I would argue that abortion protestors are also actors in that play and may not be as truthful as she thinks. Insightful piece nonetheless.

I agree that the process is not very good. However, this article lacks any ideas about how to change the system. Does the author really believe that anti abortion people are honest and willing to work with other who does not agree?

The title of the story is a weird twist from the article. The story is more like coverage of a rock concert than of a confirmation to the supreme court. Perhaps with the theatrics meant for the audience, that is appropriate, but a signal that the process is amiss.

This refreshing, rather personal account highlights the aspect of political sincerity and depth. It is not that much informative concerning juridical facts, but it is quite telling concerning ways of thinking.