Here Comes Alito, Part III

As mentioned previously by this publication, Sam Alito is going to receive a confirmation vote (most likely in January). Majority leader Bill Frist (R-TN) said "The answer is yes," when asked if he would act to change Senate rules to avoid a Democratic filibuster (read: nuclear option). Frist is staking his presidential aspirations on the court, fighting for a candidate who excites the GOP base. It's a good strategy for a moderate in need of conservative credentials, unless he has to follow through. In that case, he may sacrifice an institution for personal ambition and may create a Beltway backlash. Either way, Sam Alito is sitting pretty.

By hook or by crook...