No they didn't, the GOPe gave us McCain and Romney; millions of conservatives didn't vote.
That's what swung those elections.
That's why I am more optimistic than you for 2016.
The Ted Cruz's (my choice) and Scott Walkers are electrifying the conservative base.
If one of them isn't nominated in 2016, then we're screwed.
You’re arguing against two valid points, when in fact, you’re both correct.