Be honest - The issue of moving on with the business of the country is not a question of respect.
It is political. As one President has said in the past, "Elections have consequences...".
Politicians in office have obligations and judgements to consider. Appointments to the Supreme Court are recommended by the ruling President and approved by the existing Senate. Either party would move forward with their selection if they had adequate votes to confirm.
But the "Elections have consequences.." comment works two ways. The existing politicians now must consider the "consequences" of their actions in the upcoming election.
I would not believe any politician of either party proclaiming that "waiting" is due to respect.
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