Not ascribing blame to anyone in Dubya's administration, I would nonetheless encourage it to consider not running to the judiciary and legislative branches for approval nearly every time it wants to accomplish something. The branches of government are EQUAL. When was the last time the courts ask for a nod from the executive branch before making a ruling? Yes, obey the law, by all means. But when there is a contradiction in the law, stand up to the robed tyrants!
You are right on. Act, then wait to see who you have to apologize to or tell to buzz off.
I see no real point in "asking" Judge Greer anything. He made up his mind when his devil buddies Felos and Schiavo first talked to him.
Leaders ACT.