...and just look at all the destruction they’ve left in their wake the last 30 years. Republicans may win some mid-terms and statehouses now and then, but the steady slide to rock bottom continues apace.
Exactly. We will not again see a conservative presence at the national level - not within civil means...
Yes. Margaret Thatcher’s “ratchet effect”. That was one smart woman.
Republicans may win some mid-terms
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By lying to their base solely to get elected. After that, its right back business as usual. The Republican base apparently doesn’t mind being deceived again and again.
The Tea Party was our last best chance IMO. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like that movement has staying power.