Remember that the Clinton Administration simply ignored the background checks for many of its appointees. If they wanted a certain somebody in a certain position (that didn't require Senate approval, as most don't), they just put them there, "security requirements" be damned.
You have got to come to this new thread showing the Bush team in Halloween costumes mocking Kerry's Elmer Fudd moment. They say laughter is the best medicine - I think you will feel much better!!!!!!!