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05/31/2005: Small Favors...
Thanks (So far) for "The Gang of 14"..."The Gang of 14 specifically urged Bush to consult with Republicans and Democrats before choosing judicial nominees as a way "to reduce the rancor" that has built up over the confirmation process. Up to now, the president has done little consulting with Democrats on his nominations. Sen. John W. Warner (R-Va.), who with Sen. Robert C. Byrd (D-W.Va.) penned the "advice and consent" paragraphs in the agreement, said that Bush's chances of winning bipartisan approval of a Supreme Court nominee may hinge on his willingness to consult across party lines. "That's what the Constitution says," Warner said on MSNBC's "Hardball" last week. "It is very clean."
By Dan Balz (Washington Post) Filibuster Deal Evaded Key Question on High Court Nominees.
Karen on 05.31.05 @ 07:38 AM CST
