I don't think it hurt the GOP. I didn't like the idea of them stepping on the state but I didn't see any other choice.
I agree. No way did this hort. There were even liberals who were shocked at the Democrats glee at seeing Terri die. It only hurt Republicans such as Jeb Bush who could have but did not help Terri. She will be his Mary Jo.
When the state in question is Florida, it almost seems like intervention is necessary many times. The 2000 election, for instance...