Critics of the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson have leveled several poorly taken criticisms to score political points against her confirmation. One of the many arguments made is that she may not be the "best qualified" person to serve on the Court, despite her sterling credentials. In a post for the Appellate Advocacy Blog of the Law Professors Blog Network, CCL President Robert S. Peck explains why the critique is without any force.

      His post shows that no objective criteria exists to determine the most qualified potential nominee. In addition, he demonstrates that some of the most celebrated of Supreme Court justices were not considered the most qualified candidate for a seat, yet history has vindicated their selection. In addition, he notes one justice who was widely considered the most qualified turned out to be a dud.

      The post can be found here.