[MEGoody]

The Fed once again assumes power over our States.

Yes and no. I understand that Burris' seating requires the certification of the Sec'y of State of IL. That hasn't occurred, so in that way, the Senate is right not to seat Burris.

[NonValueAdded]

I understand that Burris' seating requires the certification of the Sec'y of State of IL.

Nope. See 10 ILCS 5/25

(10 ILCS 5/25‑8) (from Ch. 46, par. 25‑8)
     Sec. 25‑8. When a vacancy shall occur in the office of United States Senator from this state, the Governor shall make temporary appointment to fill such vacancy until the next election of representatives in Congress, at which time such vacancy shall be filled by election, and the senator so elected shall take office as soon thereafter as he shall receive his certificate of election.
(Source: Laws 1943, vol. 2, p. 1.) [emphasis added]

Why a certificate of election for an appointment? Answer: one is not required, not until Burris stands for the seat in 2010. As far as appointments go, the Sec of State is required to record them, not certify them. There is no "two man rule." Burris should wave his appointment letter in the air and head for SCOTUS.