Judging the Judge

The Brian Lehrer Show | May 12, 2010

How much does previous experience on the bench matter when it comes to being a Supreme Court justice?  George Washington Law Professor Jeffrey Rosen weighs in.  Plus, the life and times of a career cop from the beat to the top brass.   Also, monthly guest Baratunde Thurston tackles the census; And Marion Nestle looks at the science and marketing of pet food. 

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