Insight from Senator Kennedy

Just got back from an event for Senator Ted Kennedy. What an amazing man. He is a living legend.

It was fascinating to spend time with him on the day the U.S. Senate began the debate over what the Republicans named the "nuclear option."

Senator Kennedy maintained the Administration wanted this confrontation...the White House decided to push it when they re-nominated all the same people who had been previously filibustered.

So, keep in mind, this is a battle with the White House. They want those judges....and will pay the price to get them. Senator Kennedy thought if the vote was held today, we'd win. But the White House has time to deal...and they have a lot to offer.

And, it is all about power. The GOP wants to control the judiciary the way they control the House, Senate and White House.

The other cool thing is that Senator Kennedy is a big fan of the blogs. Told everyone on the blogs to work hard on this one.

So, it was a fun night. He's a great guy. And, his wife, Vicki, is really amazing, smart and fun.