I don't understand why everyone is so confused about this.
Look at the headlines: "Alito Splits With Conservatives on Inmate", "Alito Opposes Mo. Execution". Both are fuel for the fire.
After careful consideration, I'm just going to let certain Freepers determined to make fools of themselves by claiming Alito is Souter! march over their hastily constructed cliff. Things will be far more peaceful around here when they follow Wily Coyote and hit the dirt.
Much thanks to the Freepers trying to speak logic and sense to them. I just haven't the desire to spend the next ten years assuring them he's a good selection as every decision comes down.