A compromise nominee would probably have to be outside the box -- a Bob Gates of the legal world. Someone like John Danforth comes to mind.
It may be more palatable to the GOP if the nominee is older than the norm. Framed as a place-holder rather than a generational change agent.
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@mtracey Posner is the obvious pick for that role. Already 77 years old, but a well-respected moderate. -
@DSternCardinale That's on the right track, but his recent writings in popular media would probably taint him.
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@mtracey congress isn't going to confirm anyone who is even just palatable to Obama and the Democrats. This discussion is a waste of time. -
@inp_tweets The alternative is a year of vacancy and therefore dysfunction. Pressure will mount on GOP
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