I believe this is big, as reported by John Fund and posted here by K-Lo —

Mr. McCain has told conservatives he would be happy to appoint the likes of Chief Justice John Roberts to the Supreme Court. But he indicated he might draw the line on a Samuel Alito, because “he wore his conservatism on his sleeve.”

O.K., whatever one’s interpretation of the Gang of 14, which Andy and I found troubling, McCain’s comment about Alito should cause grave concern about the kind of judges he, as president, would nominate to the Supreme Court. Maybe his buddy Warren Rudman would have a role. Maybe not. But this requires more attention now — and more inquiry of McCain.

As an aside, Sam Alito didn’t wear his conservatism on his sleeve. He answered the questions honestly and as forthrightly as a nominee can, and he was at all times respectful. I have no idea what McCain means by this, but conservatives should insist on an explanation.