[torchthemummy]

"But if they filibuster in circumstances that we do not agree are "extraordinary" then they've broken the deal, and the "constitutional" option becomes viable again. Nothing's changed that makes it un-doable, except that the GOP has agreed not to do it. In exchange for which, the Democrats have agreed to certain behaviors. If they don't, the option goes back on the table...

Bingo. Both sides have an out and it puts the RINOS in a tough position. Being an optimist this would put the ball back in the RINOS court where they would then have the duty to break the deal if any nominee with top ABA ratings and strong homestate approval got nominated. One thing is for sure - all nominees will come from states that do not have a RINO due to the hold possibility by a home state senator.

[howlingmule]

let us all not forget mccain is the leader of this group and if the dems claim "extraordinary". mccain will too.