Q In September and October of 2018, Americans witnessed what was arguably the most contentious confirmation hearing for a nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court in American history. The nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh, possessed impressive credentials, including a law degree from Yale Law School and experience as Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. However, he was also accused by several woman of sexual harassment and misconduct, primarily by a former high school classmate named Christine Blasey Ford. While some of the claims were clearly unsubstantiated, there were other claims that some of the Senators sitting on the Senate Judiciary Committee felt were indeed credible. In what largely became a battle between Republican senators, who supported Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation, and Democratic senators, who were against his confirmation, American society felt itself becoming polarized over Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation. Eventually, Judge Kavanaugh was confirmed by the United States Senate. However, some Americans began to wonder if there was a better method available in nominating federal judges. Hence, the question posed to you for this discussion board is as follows: Should We Change The Method By Which We Select Federal Judges? Why or why not? There is no "right or wrong" answer here; however, it is imperative that you substantiate your commentary. For this assignment, you are to make three posts. Your first, initial post is to be posted by 11:59 pm on Wednesday of this week, and is to be a minimum of 200 words. You are then to make, at minimum, two follow-up posts, responding to the initial posts of two other students of your choice. Each one of these follow-up posts are to be, at minimum, 75 words each, and are to be posted by 11:59 pm on Sunday of this week. A simple "I agree" post or "Good post" post is not sufficient. While it is completely acceptable to agree (or disagree) with another student, it is important to substantiate your position. Remember, you will never be "graded" on your opinions in this course. However, you will be assessed on your effort and if you meet the minimum requirements for these posts. Have fun with these posts! They are designed to simulate discussion as students would have in an actual, physical classroom environment. Please remember to use proper "netiquette" and be considerate and courteous to one another. Abusive language or insults will not be tolerated.