[OneWingedShark]

There can be no question but that Boehner and his minions are moral cowards, compromised by the blackmailing Obama administration.

There's another explanation: they agree with the policies and stances that their opposition (the Democrats) endorse.

These so called leaders do not represent the great swath of American voters.

So?
They're elite and you're not.
You've given them your vote, so you've served your purpose — you are now of no use until the next election where OH MY GOD, IT'S THE MOST IMPORTANT ELECTION EVER! YOU HAVE TO VOTE REPUBLICAN OR THE DEMOCRATS WILL WIN!!!
(Yes, you should be angry.)

They, too, must be impeached or recalled.

They can't be — you see, they are federal employees and therefore not accountable to the States.

We could fix this, but it would require some changes.

[itsahoot]

There's another explanation: they agree with the policies and stances that their "opposition" (the Democrats) endorse.

Bingo! Been saying this for years, but I guess it makes us feel better if they are just stupid.

Vote GOPe! Woo! Woo!