a house divided

Ed Morrissey on the possibility of a Republican revolt against Miers:

Bush might wind up having to rely on Democrats to save Miers on the basis of being the friendliest candidate that they're likely to see. Even John Thune, who just got to keep his air force base, expressed his dismay with Miers' selection, although he issued a caveat against an intraparty war he sees coming.

Thune, of course, hits the nail on the head. It's a war we can't afford at this time, which is one of the reasons why I have decided not to oppose Miers' confirmation.

I disagree. Better to stand on principle and suffer through the fight than prove to the world that the GOP is only interested in temporary political advantage.