Conversation so far:
Who was Miers in regards to Charles Krauthammer?
Harriet Ellan Miers (born August 10, 1945) is an American lawyer who served as White House Counsel to President George W. Bush from 2005 to 2007.
What was Harriet Miers nominated for?
Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
Did Harriet Miers get the nomination?
Why did Harriet Miers withdraw?
On October 27, 2005, Miers asked President Bush to withdraw her nomination, citing fears that the nomination would create a burden for the White House and its staff.

Question: Are these Miers' words?
Self-contained rewrite: Are burden for the White House and its staff Miers words?