three of them are outstanding latinos like judge albert diaz. he has been waiting for 10 months. this is a widely respected state court judge, military judge, and marine corps attorney. he was approved unanimously by the judiciary committee. just last month, the senate republican leader objected to a vote on his confirmation yet again. when he was asked why, he admitted it was simply partisan payback. partisan payback. we cannot afford the kind game- playing right now. we need serious leaders for serious times. that is the kind of leadership this moment demands. that is what we need right now. when i get out of this town and meeting with people and talking to folks, nobody is asking me which party is scoring more points. nobody is saying not to worry about us. i want you to do what is best for november. they are interested in how they will find a job when they have only known one trade their whole life. how will they put their kids through school? how will they pay the bills if they get sick? how will the retire when their savings have plunged after this financial crisis? they ar