We do not want to do anything to tarnish the court's reputation because it's unique in the world. >> there's been pressure from the left to retire during a democrat administration so that hersey would never be at the mercy of republican president. she has resisted the call, it would be difficult for a democratic president to get someone with her background, very progressive, confirmed to the court in this day and age. no secret that if her seat opened up during a republican administration, any replacement would have a significant impact on the court's makeup. back in 1993, she was confirmed 96...