Today the nomination and confirmation process of judges to the Federal Appeals Court and the Supreme Court has become so politicized that the only...

 Today the nomination and confirmation process of judges to the Federal Appeals Court and the Supreme Court has become so politicized that the only solution is to elect these judges.

Do you agree or disagree with the above statement.  As you answer this question, you need to explain the powers and functions of these two courts, and why they have become so politicized (for instance, a good answer would address - among other issues - the controversy over judicial activism and judicial restraint.)