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During the Sotomayor committee hearings, Sen. Arlen Specter was a study in conflicting instincts, ambiguous authority, and party politics.
Four years ago, Specter, 79, was Chairman of the Judiciary Committee, leading the trials of Roberts and Alito. After his much-maligned party switch earlier this year, he slid back to being the lowest-ranking Senator on the Committee. Navigating his newfound status and reconciling it with his extensive experience participating in past Supreme Court confirmation hearings resulted in a curious and sometimes awkward display of power and intellect.
Notably, Specter made an offhand comment that was picked up by national press...
Arlen Specter a Picture of Confusion and Contradiction
As a registered Democrat, first I will vote for Specter, before I vote against him.
It will be my John Kerry moment.