Speculation Schmeculation

The speculation that the President might announce a Supreme Court nominee soon is already reaching a fever pitch. It may or may not have anything to do with changing the subject from the Karl Rove investigation, and may or may not be part of a calculated plan.

Howard Kurtz this morning has the zinger:

“White House Delay On Court Nominee Is Calculated Plan; Stretching Out Time for Selection Intended to Cut Into Senate Debate”

“If Bush names a nominee between July 26 and 28, as many advisers now predict…” –Washington Post, Sunday.

“GOP Allies Say Bush Is Close to Court Pick; Choice May Be Announced This Week” –Washington Post, Monday.

Hey, the news changes every day, awright? That’s why they call it news.

Brought to you by the people who ran 127 speculative stories on Rehnquist’s resignation .

Remember these anecdotes the next time you hear the press accuse a politician of being a flip-flopper….

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