[mrsmith]

"Not if Frist changes the rules - which will be easier with 4 new R Senators. "

Yes, THAT is something that actually matters. It'll be interesting to see if any of the people frothing over this nonsense realize that there won't be any known pro-life judges approved without changing that rule.
Just as Specter said.

Though nominations can be sent to the floor by a majority vote of the Senate anyway, you're right that it would be good to add another conservative to the committee to ensure a majority.

There's been no duplicity by Specter in this case, that's what's so delightfully silly.

[snooker]

Spector speaks the truth. To ignore him is folly. What we need is strategery first, action second.

I haven't forgiven Spector for Bork, but life moves on.