I agree - although I somewhat think it's impossible because there's a perceived imbalance of power. The GOP has no incentive to agree to a constitutional amendment because they're currently reaping a… (View Post)

This. It shouldnt be understated how norm-shattering this move has been. It's been in the best interest of both parties to try to keep the SCOTUS relatively bipartisan. The McConnell reinterpretation… (View Post)

I do agree this will end up being a windfall for the election chances of Democrats. I see a few possible scenarios: A - The SCOTUS pick is rammed through before the election. With the new SCOTUS memb… (View Post)

I agree with this entirely. I will say - My ultimate preference would have been for Garland to be confirmed in 2016 and whomever Trump picks to be confirmed in 2020. I think the intent is rather clea… (View Post)

There's a thin chance that Grassley will oppose it too. He's not a traditional ally for Democrats in well, anything - but he was pretty clear that he would not take up filling a seat on the SCOTUS as… (View Post)