Senate Democrats are realizing that they have no choice but to seat Roland Burris, despite his tainted appointment. (Via Instapundit.) Experts have been saying so for some time.
Illinois Democrats could have resolved the problem by providing for a special election, but scuttled the idea at the urging of Democratic Leader Harry Reid and others. The integrity of the system must be put in its proper place, you see. Integrity is important, but not so important as to risk losing a Democratic seat.
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