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Old 07-04-2006, 08:06 PM   #30 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by VirFighter
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I think the who "selects" justices question needs to be reworded. As Gilda pointed out, there is equal power. I think the question should have read, "who nominates justices" instead.
I think it's fine as worded. The President does select justices. The Senate can say yes or no, and that's it as far as official duties. The Senate confirmation is the legislative check on the exutive power, but it is primarily an executive power.

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