An interesting point. Wouldn't put it past the shmuck to be so child-like. I find it difficult to trust him though when right after the elections, I mean right after, he came out and virtually said that there could be some problems with Bush's nominations. I mean, Bush campaigned hard for him, and this is how he repays him.
I find it hard to trust a man who would so quickly stab the back of one of his allies. Along those lines, if I were Rick Santorum, I wouldn't really be counting on Arlen's support when it comes time for reelection, if even the slightest, scandalous news is attached to me in the intervening time.
I really expect Specter to stab him in the back, but on the other hand, that might help Rick in his next election more than if he didn't.
You may be correct that Specter cares more about being chairman than he does about shaping the judiciary, but once he's installed and has the power, he will revert to his old form as always.
For everybody on here who thinks that Specter will be removed if he doesn't behave and keep whatever promises he's made, I have BIG BIG news for you ---- we are going to be saddled with Arlen and his actions until he retires or dies. The Republicans have already indicated they are not willing to fight one another or the Democrats.
I look at it this way as well.... The President and Santorum stepped in and saved his Senate seat - then he almost *immediately* stabs President Bush in the back by making these horrible statements - but we should believe that after they step in AGAIN to save the Chairmanship seat - he will all of a sudden champion our cause and help get good judges approved???
Color me very skeptical.....