Sen. Orrin Hatch (Utah), the second-ranking Republican on the committee who has at times served as its chairman, downplayed the likelihood of Republicans looking to block Kagan’s nomination as the Judiciary panel begins hearings on her this morning.
“After all, there’s 59 Democrats, and I suspect there’ll be a few Republicans who will vote for her regardless.”
well then Orrin, dont’t you and other “leaders” and “senior” Republican members think it would be a good idea to get all RINOS in line to stay fast and vote no. Without Mr. Byrd, you are at 59, short of the 60 needed to get through confirmation. Remember what happened to your colleague Mr. Bennett: Your “review” is coming up in 2012.