There are definitely numerous enclaves of sanity in "blue" states, but unfortunately they are oftentimes outvoted by the Leftist blocs in the urban areas. I suffer a similar indignity, being a conservative in Seattle. I'm always being out-voted by the Left here, but I continue to fight the good fight.
At this time I'd like to sincerely apologize to the rest of the nation for Washington's support of Kerry. I'm very happy that my hopeless state wasn't a decisive factor in this election.
No need to apologize.
If we didn't live in these states it would only be worse.