Fmr. Gov. NickG
NickG
Junior Chimp
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« on: May 27, 2005, 03:38:34 PM » |
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I really don't think the Dems should filibuster an appointment of Scalia for Chief Justice...in fact, they should encourage it. First, it would give them Dems credibility in pressuring Bush to appoint a moderate the the vacant Associate Justice spot, possible making the court more moderate overall than before Rehnquist's retirement.
Additionally, Scalia probably wouldn't hold the seat for very long (in contrast to Thomas). There would be no "Scalia Court Era" if the Scalia court only lasted only 5-10 years, and he would retire at a time when a Democrat would be more likely to hold the White House.
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