[A Citizen Reporter]

"What Specter said was that it was important for Senators on both sides of the abortion issue to vote for him so he doesn't feel beholden to one side when he is confirmed to the bench."

That may well be Arlen's legislative philosophy, but it shows complete ignorance of the separation of powers concept.

[Founding Father]

Sessions following up where Kyl left off yesterday--regarding party line votes (perhaps a shot across the bow for future republican action?).

Latest vote totals:

51 For
29 Against

http://cayankee.blogs.com/cayankee/

[caffe]

Spector neeeds to go sooner rather than later. He reminds me more and more of Byrd.