Forget Term Limits and Retirement Age. Congress Should Add a MINIMUM Age Requirement for the Supreme Court. Say, 65.

A lifetime of decisions and writings should give Senators a pretty good feel on future rulings without the BS excuse of being duped that Sens. Collins and Machin are claiming.

The Constitution sets a minimum age for the House (25), for the Senate (30) and the presidency (35) and left it up to Congress to create rules re: the judiciary.

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Rutterman · 46-50, M

It's an idea worth considering. And while we're at it, maybe establish firm requirements about when justices should recuse themselves from a case, like when there's a conflict of interest.

Bushranger · 70-79, M

Maybe also make them an apolitical appointment. Perhaps a committee of jurists looking for people with experience and balance.

BackyardShaman · 61-69, M

Maybe this will change Manchin’s outlook on things, if he admits to being duped.

beckyromero · 36-40, F

@BackyardShaman

Don't hold your breath. He won't support ending the filibuster.

BackyardShaman · 61-69, M

Oh I’m not, just wishing.@beckyromero

jackjjackson · 61-69, M

No SCOTUS nominee should EVER have to answer questions asked by ANYONE.

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