[hispanichoosier]

I think when Rheinquist retires, Scalia becomes Chief Justice, and there is no way that they will put up a moderate.

Perhaps. The political masterstroke, however, would take place in the Rose Garden of the White House with Dubya flanked by Justice Thomas and a hispanic nominee. In one fell swoop, Dubya would nominate the 1st black CJ and the 1st hispanic nominee. That would give the Dem 7 something to chew on.

[all_views]

I bet that doesn't happen, though it wouldn't be a bad move. they need to consolidate their power before 2006, and in my view they are following the NeoConservative agenda