I may not agree with you on all points, and I still think that Boehner is completely inept as well as scared stiff of 0bama... but you did write a good posting with solid comments IMO.
The thread article was basically a positive message, and I can use a positive message coming from Republicans once in awhile. That's why when one comment after another was negative, naysaying, and relentless bashing, I got the urge to step in with something hopeful, positive. Believe me, I am at least as cynical as anybody else who posted on this thread. It will not surprise me in the slightest if Boehner caves - - in which case I will toast him like a marshmallow on this forum and elsewhere.
That said, I am going to try to keep a positive outlook and give credit where credit is due. Lately, Boehner has been saying the right things and taking a strong stand. It's nice to see. I will wait and see the outcome before I start swiping. God knows, these people need encouragement.
FRegards,
LH