Just what I want, the opinion of anyone associated with a Bush. That’s a major part of the problem. The last two Republican Presidents after Reagan, haven’t helped the conservative cause one iota.
Bill Kristol made the point that Reagan was both the leader of a movement and the leader of a major political party. He pointed out how rare that is historically. I don't agree with allot of what Kristol says, but his point is valid. The leader of a movement must be ideologically pure, intellectually strong, and passionate. A successful politician, must be a "politician."
In modern times, the usual state of affairs for conservatives is frustration. We should think and act strategically instead of throwing in the towel because there is no one to fill Reagan's shoes.
I hated the Bush-created term “compassionate conservatism” from the very first time I heard it. It’s the thing that’s led us to this point. Big spending. Open borders. “Democracy” for everyone.