[My2Cents]

Nevertheless, don't see a plausible reason for conservatives to reflexively spread thier legs at the first Democrats-might-win scare tactic.

Well, consider this: President Kerry making up to four appointments to the US Supreme Court. If he's elected, you can kiss the conservative movement goodbye, as we'll all be dead before there's another conservative majority on the Supreme Court. Pres. Kerry will do irreparable damage that will last at least for a generation.

[kcar]

Guess you are thinking filibusters only work one way?