With Democratic Senator John Kerry leading them, some democrats are hoping to be able to filibuster the appointment of Judge Samuel Alito to the US Supreme Court.
Kerry is concerned that the appointment of Judge Alito would tilt the balance of the high court towards the political-right. Kerry in a written statement said, "Judge Alito's confirmation would be an ideological coup on the Supreme Court.”
It is uncertain if the Democrats will have the votes that are necessary to filibuster Alito’s appointment. A minimum of 60 votes is required to overturn a filibuster.
