It's all about winning is basically saying you are political party animal, not someone who cares about issues or principles.
Okay, since you make the point, I will answer it.
There are plenty of R's that I wont vote for. McCain, Hagel and others too. What I am, is someone who understands that there are other issues that will make a lot more difference to the nation than this one, and those issues make it necessary for this issue not to gain negative traction.
It is not all about winning, but RIGHT NOW, nothing is more important than the majority. Without it, nothing else gets done, but you will get amnesty ANYWAY, when the democrats put it in place. Sometimes you just don't win, and should know when to lose without giving away the store in the process.
No, I'd rather be unpopular and correct than be loved.
Do you really think Hispanics will flock in numbers to vote GOP? And what about when the Dems start promising them all sorts of free goodies: free health care, more welfare, etc. What will you counter with then? The GOP has to do the same so they win? That's ridiculous.
From a fiscal standpoint, a Republican majority is worse than girls gone wild. I'd prefer a split government any day!