President Trump has received significant criticism, often justified, for shattering accepted norms of presidential behavior. But occasionally, his willingness to buck tradition has its benefits. His decision to release a shortlist of potential Supreme Court nominees is a prime example of an idea that should become the new standard for presidential candidates.
Trump released his list this week, adding 20 additional names to the Supreme Court shortlist he first unveiled in 2016. Just like four years ago, Trump is the only candidate to be so explicit about whom he would consider appointing to the high court. Democratic nominee Joe Biden has not yet released a list similar to Trump’s, even though liberal activists and establishment types have both encouraged him to do so.
