Specter Switches Parties; More Heft for Democrats

Well, this is certainly noteworthy. Of course, the most significant aspect of the Specter defection is the prospect of a filibuster proof majority in the Senate, assuming that Franken actually is allowed to take his seat. While Specter is a moderate and tends to lean toward the Democrats on many issues, he has publicly admitted that this move was motivated entirely by his desire to win reelection to the Senate, as he correctly feels that his chances will be greatly improved by running as a Democrat.