[BoBToMatoE]

I think Dobson’s ill conceived attack on Thompson played a major part in ensuring that no conservative will occupy the White House in 09.

It had a part in it, that is for certain, but so did many "establishment" Republicans who didnt like the fact that Fred wouldnt kiss their fat rear. At that point, they decided to fold behind someone who would - Romney.

[Sideshow Bob]

It had a part in it, that is for certain, but so did many "establishment" Republicans who didnt like the fact that Fred wouldnt kiss their fat rear. At that point, they decided to fold behind someone who would - Romney.

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Agreed. But conservatives knew the establishment GOP preferred Romney or Giuliani prior to Fred's entry in the race. Dobson's annointing of Huckabee was the final blow that eliminated Thompson's (and even Hunter's) chance at the nomination.

[Sideshow Bob]

"I think Dobson’s ill conceived attack on Thompson played a major part in ensuring that no conservative will occupy the White House in 09."

It had a part in it, that is for certain, but so did many "establishment" Republicans who didnt like the fact that Fred wouldnt kiss their fat rear. At that point, they decided to fold behind someone who would - Romney.

I agree, but that's what we're stuck with now.

[Robbin]

Bingo, we have a winner...