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I mean it!
Reason One: From her recently released speeches, she seems to be almost reasonable on issues like Choice and Affirmative Action. It's doubtful that liberals could hope for a more moderate justice out of Bush.
Reason Two: The fact that she's a lightweight works in our favor. Since she's not a passionate idealogue, she might prove to be a lot more open-minded. Who knows? - She may even have a heart.
Reason Three: The right wing will never forgive Bush for naming someone who is not (sufficently) anti-choice and anti-liberal. She will be Junior's Souter -- which will cost the rethugs big on election day.
Reason Four: Now that Miers' support in the GOP is waning, it's time for Democrats to call for an "up or down vote" on Bush's nominee. Dems can make big speeches about how the president ought to get the appointees he names, and how we shouldn't waste any more time filling this important vacancy -- in short, all the arguments the wingnuts have used against us for years and years. With all Democrats ready to vote for Miers, the right wing's only hope will be that Republicans WON'T support her. Of course, some will -- which should help widen the rift we're already seeing in the party.
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