[Recovering_Democrat]

But in private, some senior leaders are saying it's only a matter of time before the most powerful Republican in Congress is forced from office.

Name 'em, Gail.

This is media spin and hopeful thinking if I've ever seen it.

Fortunately, the CSM has about as much influence on the national scene as, oh, say, "Highlights for Children" magazine.

[Cincinatus' Wife]

..."Highlights for Children" magazine.

Can you find a weak-kneed Republican in this picture?

[joesbucks]

It's funny, but there is always denial among the ranks in public when one of their own is in trouble. But I get the feeling that DeLay has used his hammer once too often and that it's coming home to hurt him. Remember, even among those in his own party and even those who may even believe in the issues he does as he does, the powerful hate having their feet held to the fire and deeply resent being told and enforced to drink DeLay's brand of kool-aid. And those are his allies.

[thelastvirgil]

Pure, unadulterated bullshit. Delay has to ride this out or the Republicans are finished. Shays and his ilk make me want to puke.