Co-Blogger Jon Adler flashes back to two posts I wrote during and after Barrett's confirmation process in 2020. He suggests that I singing a different tune today than I did five years ago. I think if you read between the lines, you'll see a different message.
To state the obvious, Justice Barrett's performance at her hearing was masterful. Her performance was at the level of Chief Justice Roberts's. This is one area where the law professor mentality served her quite well.
My expectations going into the hearing were not high. Privately I expressed concerns about her to colleagues. I talked to many people who assured me that she would be solid. Yet as I watched the proceedings, I was truly impressed. Indeed, I was guardedly optimistic about what she might accomplish when confirmed.
