"All the major propositions and most of our better candidates receive little or no support from the state leadership. You have to drag them kicking and screaming along with you if you want to win."
"Oh man, doesn't that pretty much sum them up!"
Why? Is the California republican leadership not willing to stick their necks out for the conservatives?
Just wondering what's going on out there.
We have had some good people, but looking at the big picture, "girliemen" pretty much sums up the Republican leadership. I'm sorry folks, but the truth hurts. I have observed California Republicans for a long time now. I call it like I see it.
When Simon ran for governor in 2002, the state leadership did almost nothing for him. If they'd have gotten behind the guy he would have won. He actually did pretty well considering.
As for why, I haven't the foggiest. I don't think the Republican leadership views conservatism to be it's bellweather driving force. They act as if they think conservatives are the opposites of the Nader camp.