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Monday, August 27, 2007 12:00 AM

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.

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  • Monday, August 27, 2007 06:34 AM

    Reality check

    The Democrats will rubberstamp whoever Bush nominates, if he even nominates anyone at all.

    In fact, I doubt Bush will even make a recess appointment to the slot. He'll probably just name an "acting attorney general" and leave it at that.

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