But Doug, this isn't a liberal or conservative argument. It is about whether this man is qualified to sit on the bench of the highest court in the land. You know I have great respect for you, but I must ask you to go further with your last comment. You indicate that you believe he is qualified to serve as a Supreme Court Justice. Could you explain the criteria you used to arrive at that belief? That is what I am anxious to hear. I have yet to hear a cogent explanation as to what qualifies him, other than the appointment. I know what Bush the elder would say, but I want to hear from my favorite conservative what he believes qualifies Thomas to be there.

All the best,

Mick