Kennedy on Kavanaugh Confirmation: `The System Has Worked'

The transcript discusses the political nature of the judicial confirmation process, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a clear separation between the court and the nomination process. It recounts the story of John Roberts' nomination to the Court of Appeals and his eventual confirmation, highlighting the significance of patience and timing. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the court's functionality, emphasizing its collegial and deliberative nature, and how the public perceives its operations.

What does the speaker imply about the relationship between justices and their successors?

In what way does the speaker believe the public will perceive the court's operations?