Harry Krause wrote:
Miers nomination withdrawn.


OK, but I predict that was the first step in a double whammy.

Here comes the ultra-far-right fundamentalist nominee: _________

When the moderate Republicans balk at the extremist nomination, Bush
can get them into line pretty easily with the guilt trip, "C'mon folks,
let's show some cohesive loyatly here. Y'all left me swingin' in the
wind on that Meirs deal......"

She was expendable.