Yeah, Shua's question was clearly a joke question, as was my own. 
Actually it was not just a joke. I do not see why a question should be regarded as lacking substance just because it is phrased in a friendly manner. I believe it is very helpful for the AG to have an office.
Because we would have had to wait longer to open the vote had the question been determined to be substantial.
That's a ridiculous reason. If we don't want questioning to delay a vote on a nominee then change the OSPR.
It's perfectly reasonable, procedurally. The questioning rule is in place to ensure that anyone who desires an answer to a question within a reasonable time before the confirmation vote can be assuaged. It's a pretty good analogue to the debating and UC rules for bills.
