Posted on 08/25/2012 12:09:20 PM PDT by kreitzer
And what's the outcome you're looking for? A liberal Senate?
I'm looking for a Senate in Republican hands, able to repeal Obamacare and all the rest of the Obama's "progress".
That outcome is more likely with Scott Brown representing Massachusetts than with his opponent. Thus, since I vote in Massachusetts, Scott Brown gets my vote. If you have a better idea, let's hear it. Else, stifle your insults and STFU!
I'm a realist. I realize the New England definition of a conservative Republican is going to be different than the definition of “conservative” in the deep south, or in many parts of rural America. Obviously Scott Brown is a lot better than Teddy Kennedy and I'm not disagreeing.
Please recognize that in some places in the United States, Scott Brown would be considered a liberal and would have trouble winning a Democratic primary for local office.
If Scott Brown is the most conservative senator you can elect in Massachusetts — and he probably is — then good for you, and thank you for your contribution to helping move the Senate into a more conservative direction.
However, don't blame those of us in more conservative places for wanting to elect people who represent our communities. I'm not saying you're doing that, but some people in the Republican Party are, and that is not helpful.
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