[votelife]

It's one thing for his office to say, "he is NOT supporting the filibuster." Technically, there is NO filibuster UNLESS the Republicans invoke cloture. So Senator Nelson is saying he is supporting something that is not happening. We need to get him to pubically say he supports Estrada's confirmation. If we can get him to say that, I think this is over.

[LBelle]

Here is a copy of the e-mail I just sent:

Senator Nelson,

As one of your constituents, I would like for you to know how disgusting and disgraceful I find the current attempts to block Miguel Estrada's judicial confirmation. I certainly hope both you and Senator Graham have the class and the common sense not to participate in such activities.

If your conscience does not allow you to vote "yes" for Mr. Estrada, then simply be recorded as a "no" vote. The path Senator Schumer, Senator Leahy and Senator Daschle are taking you and your colleagues on is indeed the path to Hell. I seriously doubt the many Hispanic residents of Florida are supportive of this filibuster, nor is anyone with a sense of common decency and fair play.

Don't allow this destructive behavior to continue. Your constituents deserve better.

Sincerely,
LBelle