It’s politics. Rove thinks (and rightly so) that a conservative has a lesser chance of winning Delaware than a moderate. A weak republican is better than strong democrat. Who cares if we run an ardent conservative if we know right out of the gate they’re a dud?
Also questions about past are completely neutral and should be asked even of our own party. It’s actually a good thing not to hold onto to party lines so tight that questions aren’t asked and answers aren’t expected.
I just personally feel that our overriding goal has to be to replace this Congress. Politics shouldn’t interfere nor personal gain, they should work together now because we may not get another shot.