BREAKING: MSNBC reports Sotomayor next SCOTUS justice

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This might have been discussed already, but the only thing (other than the affirmative action elements to Obama's stated criteria in choosing a nominee, although Sotomayor certainly seems well qualified, so I'm not as concerned at this point) that concerns me is her opinion in Ricci v. DeStefano.  Does anyone have any insights on this?  I haven't seen much analysis of this decision, perhaps since the case is still pending before the Supreme Court.

[Nutmeg]

The firefighters case is probably going to be overturned because of Kennedy, I suspect.  So her inclusion on the court would be irrelevant in that matter.

In terms of the opinion, probably irrelevant, but in terms of indicating her judicial philosophy or ideology, quite relevant, I should think.