Well. I guess it's one of those times when I get to wade in as one of the few unzotted Democrat FReepers.
To use a poker analogy, the Republicans were holding a straight. But rather than play their cards, they folded.
It's times like this when I'm actually somewhat at a loss for words. I mean what do you say? I'm sorry. The Republican party base and my fellow conservatives deserve better.
Much as my Democratic party makes me want to gnash my teeth at times, I can say that at least I have some sense of being represented by my party.