How long do you think it will be before we find out what happens in this little compromise meeting that is going on?
Do you think there will be a final decision re: the Byrd Option by the weekend?
That depends on the conclusion of the meeting. If no conclusion, never.
Do you think there will be a final decision re: the Byrd Option by the weekend?
I don't know what you mean by that question. Frist is determined to see this issue through to the point of getting votes on nominees. That decision is final.
I suspect a tactical direction has already been mapped out. Those tactics may or may not change as events unfold. Since I don't know the tactics, I don't have an opinion regarding the finality of any aspect of them.
I don't think there will be serious TIME pressure to take the vote on Owen until next week. Frist will leave the DEMs with something specific to think about, and something to talk about on the Sunday shows. "All we ask for is an up or down vote. We can avoid rule change, nuclear option, etc., just debate, then vote. It's a reasonable request. It's a fair request."