I do know, but appreciate your making sure I was aware of it.
When the discussions first began after Toomey was defeated (I supported Toomey, BTW), I researched Specter's history and voting record thoroughly. I would certainly rather have Kyl Chair the Committee, but I don't think Specter will sabotage Bush based on his record of voting for all of Bush's pro-life nominees in the past.
I agree. I think he may try to bring down a lower court nominee or two through harsh questioning, but (a) he can't be harsher than Levin will be and (b) he won't hold nominees in committee -- particularly SCOTUS nominees. He'll make sure they get a floor vote and that's all that matters.