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It’s been a while since I’ve inflicted a heavy dose of constitutional law on y’all. Sorry, but it’s necessary, since President Bush will likely make several Supreme Court nominations next term. Therefore, the rules of the Senate are at issue. I can see you nodding off already. Pinch yourself, then let’s have at it. The Constitution says, in Article II, Section 2, clause 2, that the President can establish treaties with the “advice and consent” of the Senate by a two-thirds vote. But for Senate approval of presidential appointments, no supra-majority is required. That means majority vote only. In this...