[John Robertson]

I have no idea what he's saying here. Is he telegraphing that his "mainstream" appointment will be "acceptable" to Americans? Or that, a la Ginsburg and Breyer, who were overwhelmingly confirmed, he will pick nominees from the other side of the spectrum, and he expects their quick confirmation?

Not feeling great about this....

[jdm]

Agreed. "Mainstream" means Gonzales (I think).

[Pirate21]

Is he telegraphing that his "mainstream" appointment will be "acceptable" to Americans? Or that, a la Ginsburg and Breyer, who were overwhelmingly confirmed, he will pick nominees from the other side of the spectrum...? Not feeling great about this....

No. I believe that President Bush is saying he will nominate someone who will faithfully interpret our Constitution. That person will also be in accordance "with mainstream of American law and American values" (which are those things he saw "mandated" in the 2004 election, not the whacko socialist ideas of the liberals).

The purpose of his mention of Ginsberg and Breyer was this: The Republicans hated their personal values, but voted in a timely manner anyhow, based on qualifications; you Dems should do the same.

No, President Bush isn't catering to anyone. He will stick by his principles. Don't let the word "mainstream" fool you. It means one thing to the liberals and their friends in the media. We know, along with President Bush, the values of the TRUE mainstream of America (which is there but which is grossly overlooked by the media).

I see no cause for worry. His address was right on target. He is with America's TRUE mainstream.

[Salvation]

**My nominee will be a fair-minded individual who represents the mainstream of American law and American values. The nominee will meet the highest standards of intellect, character, and ability, and will pledge to faithfully interpret the Constitution and laws of our country. Our nation deserves, and I will select, a Supreme Court justice that Americans can be proud of.**

These words almost sound as though they came from the mouth of a dimocrat.