In a case such as this how would the accused avoid being revealed? This possibly could hold up the confirmation.
I dont think that would be the end of the world. A few weeks or months isnt much if you want to get the right man.
I agree but what I mean is how would they explain the delay?
I would have a period of time where issues like this could be dealt with outt of the public gaze. So ,for example, after the politicians vote there is a mandatory 3 month period before the Judge could start work. That would protect everyones good name and nobody would raise an eyebrow.
The current position is that this lady is being torn to shreds by the frothers and the Judge will always have his reputation tarnished. Its not a great place for either of them.
What about the publics right to know? In this case a public servant is being accused of sexual assault.
Where is that right enshrined ? We are innocent until proven guilty and we also should have the right to anonymity until proven guilty in these type of cases. The publics right to know is secondary to those rights. In my opinion.
But if you ask me tomorrow i may feel differently.
What I do think is that the process of the law should outweigh any other factor such as a political appointment.
I understand that kavanagh cant stand trial for this now.