In a more rational world, AP would not this story with such a wide-eyed pretence of innocence.
Conservatives are at distinct disadvantage. We use logic (well, for the most part) to argue our positions. They use a self-perceived sense of ultimate knowledge (e.g., "If I believe it, it's true."), We have a very slim chance of conversion, and preaching to the choir quickly loses its luster.
What I'm doing is writing newspaper columns in communities littered with moderates (i.e., the silent majority)