Miers Withdraws
October 27, 2005 | 5:38 a.m.
She's out. Obviously, it was about the separation of powers: "It is clear that senators would not be satisfied until they gained access to internal documents concerning advice provided during her tenure as the White House - disclosures that would undermine a president's ability to receive candid counsel," says Bush in a statement. "Harriet Miers' decision demonstrates her deep respect for this essential aspect of the constitutional separation of powers - and confirms my deep respect and admiration for her." We'll miss her blog.
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