Top Democrat (Durbin): Abortion Stance Could Halt John Roberts' Bid

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Washington, DC (LifeNews.com) -- The number two Democrat in the Senate said Sunday that Supreme Court nominee John Roberts' views on abortions could halt his nomination to the high court. Illinois Sen. Richard Durbin's remarks appear to indicate he will make abortion a litmus test for his confirmation vote.

Durbin told NBC's "Meet the Press" that if Roberts doesn't recognize a right to abortion during questioning by the Senate Judiciary Committee, Roberts would "disqualify" himself from getting Durbin's vote.

Asked if President Bush had the same right to appoint pro-life justices that former President Clinton had to appoint abortion advocates, Durbin insisted, "I'm not looking for a litmus test."

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However, asked what he would do if Roberts said he did not find a right to abortion in the Constitution, Durbin told "Meet the Press" host Tim Russert, "I wouldn't vote for him. That would disqualify him in my mind."

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[zara]

1. Too bad but Durbin hasn't veto power. What's the point?...

Will 40 dems filibuster?

[Strawman]

2. Why the irrational fear of the words "litmus test"?

Fuck yeah there should be a litmus test. Recognizing women's human rights is a litmus test. That's not unreasonable.

[babylonsister]

3. I think Roberts' appalling memory would be a drawback. nt

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4. Locking

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