[Dolphy]

I think they know that they are in the throes of losing their chokehold on this party.

I think you are right. Now if I were their strategist I'd be suggesting they run, not walk, to Rudy's office to get a seat at the table, press for a commitment on strict constructionists for the bench and the like. But then I'm a "liberal." :)

[Howlin]

Yes, we're all liberals now.