The Democrats looked as though they almost had some heart, alas they couldn't muster up any. They have absolutely pilloried Priscilla Owen and now she will be confirmed. The Dems don't seem to have gotten much out of this. Reid, however puts a happy spin on it:
Democratic Leader Harry Reid of Nevada welcomed the agreement - although he hastened to say he remains opposed to some of the nominees who will now likely take seats on the appeals court.
"We have sent President George Bush, Vice President Dick Cheney and the radical right of the Republican party an undeniable message....the abuse of power will not be tolerated."
Uh, okay Harry. The Republicans are going to get their judges confirmed and probably their SCOTUS nominees and Reid says he defeated the "radical right". Right, Harry. Frist wins and Reid loses it. George Bush-28 Democrats-0.
Monday, May 23, 2005
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The deal does place them in a good position to filibuster a supreme court nominee. The Republicans have basically agreed that the filibuster tactic is ok, while the Democrats have promised not to use it frequently.
I'd call this a draw.
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