I worked as a "republican" in the House for a couple of different Members of Congress back in the 80's and in reflection, they're mostly a bunch of egotistical, power loving hacks, just like the democrats. If we don't move this ideological battle to the states, the Union, as we know it, doesn't have 4-8 years ROVE!!!!!
Sadly, these guys still don't seem to understand that the MSM is corrupt and that RINOs stand no chance. But hey, these guys sure know how to market themselves as Svengalis.