Any analysis must start with a fundamental understanding of the dynamics of human interaction; why people succeed, why they fail; a realization that we are not all alike--not even nearly so; a recognition that all civilized advances from the primitive, flow from a division of labor, something which is based upon the fundamental inequality of man; that all enduring progress is passed on via healthy family units, etc., etc. Those who understand these facts can tear up any Leftist on the planet in a debate.
Rove chases after the sentiments of yesterday--the product of the media & educational establishments' success in confusing the issues.
"Conservatives" who embrace Rove's approach are defeated from the start. They are intellectually dysfunctional, and too confused to even understand that fact.
William Flax
At the same time you want to KEEP all your decided voters ~ so you work on that year after year ~ with constituent services, by speaking to small groups, by showing up for public ceremonies of note in your district, by holding crab fests (a favorite all around the Chesapeake Bay), by going to churches and sitting in the back row so you can be seen standing outside as the people depart ~ you'll want to kiss some babies, hug a priest or minister, unbutton your coat NO MATTER WHAT THE TEMPERATURE, and shake hands without a glove.
When it comes time for the election your job is then only two things ~ (1) let everybody know you are running again, and (2) keep on campaigning with your own peeps to keep them on the straight and narrow.
You do not need to go to the enemy ~ as did Akin ~ to be interviewed ~ 'cause they don't want to interview you!