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Bush to speak at 11:15 EDT (O'Connor)

Posted on 07/01/2005 8:01:28 AM PDT by cll

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To: TNCMAXQ

I like that idea better. Lindsey has become something of a "McVain-lite" as of late. However, that concerns me also. Would he change stripes as a Justice. Yikes!


121 posted on 07/01/2005 9:55:07 AM PDT by daviscupper
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To: TNCMAXQ

Only three senators opposed the nomination of Ruth Ginsburg, and nine opposed Souter. I could not find the names but seem to recall that Helms voted against both and Dole-Hatch-Specter FOR both.


122 posted on 07/01/2005 9:55:39 AM PDT by Theodore R. (Cowardice is forever!)
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To: over3Owithabrain

How about Alex Kozinski of the 9th circuit apptd by Reagan?
Age 55


123 posted on 07/01/2005 9:55:43 AM PDT by BigEdLB (BigEd)
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To: over3Owithabrain

Souter was recommended by John Sununu (Sr.), and conservatives accepted the choice without doing their homework. One who correctly gauged Souter (and O'Connor too for that matter) was Howard Phillips.


124 posted on 07/01/2005 9:57:46 AM PDT by Theodore R. (Cowardice is forever!)
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To: TBall
I (ALSO) HAVE A DREAM... [smile]

Boy! I just wonder if Bush realizes what THIS MEANS!!!!...? He could put himself in the Pantheon of great conservative presidents.... up there with Regan!.... if fact, he could even surpassed him... if he gets at least 2 decent conservative judges to the SC, that in itself will justify his ENTIRE EXISTENCE! Yes!... What an opportunity to affect the course of History like no one has been able in recent times!.. What a legacy he could leave... If has the stomach... the conviction to fight for everything that still worthwhile in this country... for GOD himself!... We have the votes... but we need a **LEADER** to accomplish it. And IF HE DOES... we might as well start building his statue to commemorate his greatness.. pz..... pz.........pz.............. don't wake me up... pleaaaaaaaase..... :)

125 posted on 07/01/2005 9:57:51 AM PDT by ElPatriota (Let's not forget, we are all still friends despite our differences)
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To: montag813

I'm just telling you to expect it. I don't expect a conservative judge, an actual conservative, from this administration, any more than I expect to win the lottery. I gave up on the Republican party long ago


126 posted on 07/01/2005 9:58:46 AM PDT by billbears (Deo Vindice)
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To: MamaLucci
What happens if Rehnquist announces his retirement soon? The democrats will find themselves in a politically untenable position if they drag their feet, IMHO.
Actually, having O'Connor retire puts Democrats in a bind; rulings that would have gone their way 5-4 will tend to be stalemated 4-4 - leaving the ruling of the lower court standing but not setting a precedent.

Whenever Rehnquist retires it will put Republicans in a bind.


127 posted on 07/01/2005 10:04:15 AM PDT by conservatism_IS_compassion (The idea around which liberalism coheres is that NOTHING actually matters but PR.)
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To: conservatism_IS_compassion

My point was with respect to the democrat's continued obstruction......if there were two vacancies, that would make their already untenable position even more politically dangerous, IMHO.


128 posted on 07/01/2005 10:09:32 AM PDT by MamaLucci (Mutually assured destruction STILL keeps the Clinton administration criminals out of jail.)
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To: Dont_Tread_On_Me_888

I thought the President was as mild in his accolades for Sandra as he could possibly have been and still be his usual gracious self.

I was, in fact, surprised.


129 posted on 07/01/2005 10:16:39 AM PDT by altura
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To: kjam22
Somehow I suspect if Bork were nominated..... it would be considered by the dem 7 to be "extroidinary circumstances".
Yes, just on principle - even though Bork, being two decades older than he was when nominated by Reagan, would actually be a more-or-less "moderate" choice in that he wouldn't be on the court so very long - giving the Democrats hope that Hillary would get to name his successor.

I doubt Bush names Bork in any event, but if he did it would be as a recess appointment, which is good only for a short time if not confirmed by the Senate after the recess. Since Bork is not otherwise engaged, he'd be a fine choice for that temporary gig.


130 posted on 07/01/2005 10:28:20 AM PDT by conservatism_IS_compassion (The idea around which liberalism coheres is that NOTHING actually matters but PR.)
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To: billbears
I'm just telling you to expect it. I don't expect a conservative judge, an actual conservative, from this administration, any more than I expect to win the lottery.

It's all Conservatives have. I am not willing to give it up without a fight.

131 posted on 07/01/2005 10:34:40 AM PDT by montag813
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To: rwfromkansas
I agree.
I have been dreading a SC appointment for some time. Given the appalling lack of confidence and leadership our party has shown recently in Congress I think my fears are well founded.

We need a return of ' Cowboy Bush '. He needs to marshal the troops, make it known they need to get in line for this fight or there will be consequences.

Voinovich and Chaffey want to rebel? Fine. These clowns want to act like Democrats - treat them like Democrats. Scare the wits out of them. Let it be known W wont appear for any fund raising or support. Let it be known the party will find someone else to run and take their seat. Let it be known every damned concern of theirs will be ignored in Congress.

I'm tired of the ' hat in hand ' approach our reps in Congress have taken with the Democrats. These fools sling dung at us and America and we just stand there and grin
' Gee Whiz - thats okay - can't we all get along? '
Kill the damned filibuster - actually fight the Democrats in Congress and get us a conservative on the SC. W can get this done if he really wants to. Or he can make concessions, be ' compassionate W ' and sell us out with a so called Moderate.

Suppose it happens - W makes nice with these rodents and appoints a moderate. The backlash would be enormous. Confidence within our party has been rapidly eroding for some time and would plummet after such a Chamberlainesque sellout. The Democratic party would be ecstatic and highly motivated - we'd be demoralized and it would show in the 2006 election results. We could lose seats in Congress. We could see a third party emerge from the ranks of Republicans and Independents which would be an outright disaster in the 2008 election. Just roll out the Red Carpet for Hillary in that case. Do you suppose Hillary will make nice with any SC appointments? You think she'll want to join hands and sing a chorus of ' I love you, you love me - we're a happy family '. Forget it. So get it done W - please, just get it done.
132 posted on 07/01/2005 10:36:18 AM PDT by warsaw44
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To: warsaw44

I agree 100%. It's butt kicking time.


133 posted on 07/01/2005 11:19:59 AM PDT by little jeremiah (A vitiated state of morals, a corrupted public conscience, are incompatible with freedom. P. Henry)
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To: zarf
No. But they have told me "Roger that", "BTTT", "I agree", "Spot on", and "You've got that right", etc.

Example:

And then, of course, there's Senator Edward Kennedy. And the folks at the Crawford Coffee Shop -- (laughter) -- would be somewhat shocked when I told them I actually like the fellow. (Laughter and applause.) He is a fabulous United States senator.-- President George Bush, Jan. 8, 2002

Case closed.

134 posted on 07/01/2005 11:23:07 AM PDT by Dont_Tread_On_Me_888 (The Republican'ts have no spine--they ALWAYS cave-in to the RATs.)
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To: over3Owithabrain

Not that he'd stand a chance, but Judge Roy Moore sounds good to me.


135 posted on 07/01/2005 11:29:50 AM PDT by tutstar ( <{{--->< OurFlorida.true.ws Impeach Judge Greer)
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To: montag813
Stop lying. You and some of the other third party/Buchananite bitter losers have always hated President Bush guts. Stop making threats (last straw crap, etc...) because your opinion about President Bush and the GOP is so meaningless.
136 posted on 07/01/2005 11:31:13 AM PDT by jveritas (Only a Buchanan/Tancredo ticket will save us in 2008 (/extreme sarcasm))
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To: cll
I agree. Forget the Dems they will never compromise.
137 posted on 07/01/2005 11:32:21 AM PDT by Sprite518
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To: jveritas
Stop lying. You and some of the other third party/Buchananite bitter losers have always hated President Bush guts

Nice try. Actually it is Buchanan's guts which I hate. And I have never voted for a third party candidate in my life, nor will I. I voted for Bush twice. However a Gonzales nomination would be deeply disappointing.

138 posted on 07/01/2005 11:47:54 AM PDT by montag813
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To: jveritas

I don't advise voting third party. I generally have supported Bush. But on this issue there must be no compromise. Nominating Gonzalez would instandly destroy Bush's credibility among pro-lifers. This is a fundamental decision. There can be no compromise on judicial appointments.

I'm willing to give Bush the benefit of the doubt, but not on this.


139 posted on 07/01/2005 11:53:25 AM PDT by Cicero (Marcus Tullius)
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bump


140 posted on 07/01/2005 12:15:17 PM PDT by hoosiermama
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