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The Democrats' responsibility in the wake of Gonzales' resignation

Senate Democrats must commit themselves to blocking any and all nominees until Bush nominates someone whose independence and integrity are beyond reproach.
Glenn Greenwald

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  • Monday, August 27, 2007 06:20 AM

    This, more than the midterms, will tell us where precisely Congress stands.

    Will the Democratic leadership really stand on principle and deny the President his (doubtless unqualified) choice, whoever or whatever that choice ultimately proves?

    Cynicism leads me to think they'll approve whoever President Bush sends.

    But that slender thread of irrational hope let's me think they'll actually start governing here.

    —Iokannan in the Well Read Iokannan in the Well's other letters

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