I'm not as interested in what they believe as I am in what they do...i.e. Pataki backing Hoffman in NY-23.
At some point pragmatism enters the picture or the Democrats win every election from here to eternity.
Conservative politicians must dominate the GOP, and the RINOs must be persuaded to follow their lead.
Yes, for the short term. But if the differences are too great, or (typically) if they are pro-choice, they knife conservatives in the back to curry favor with their pro-abortion, pro-death friends.
"If you would sup with the devil, bring a long spoon."
NO cheers, unfortunately.