I have just finished watching the final debate on the Senate floor prior to the vote against Bork as a Supreme Court justice, and can't help but agree with Fein that in spite of the hyperbole on both sides, the confirmation hearings were an exercise in reasonable government where both sides had an ample opportunity to present their points of view. The final vote reflected the will of the American people and was an affirmation of the democratic process.
The view of the pro-Bork senators that this defeat represented an unwholesome victory by "special interest" groups is an insult to every American who studied the issue and felt strongly enough to contact senators, contribute money and discuss their feelings with others.
