[Lando Lincoln]

You are right, of course. And, it is the democratic party's spotlight right now. But, I worry that perception becomes reality when so many venues are bashing this administration. So, I am a lone voice out there trying to point out the merits of this administration.

I gotta commend you....while not a GWB fan, I know you remain open minded - and you are not so blinded by "principle" that you are unable to evaluate matters as they play out.

All the best,

Lando

[George W. Bush]

Hey, the fiscal and social conservatives have got the GOP's attention now. It's going to be months before we know which direction(s) they're going to move.

A lot of conservatives can be pretty easily won back to the party stable.

But you can't take them for granted. Not if you want their votes in a close election.

OTOH, if the economy really booms, Bush/Rove/GOP will discard the conservatives without a second thought.

These discussions will start to be more relevant around summer maybe.

Thanks for the exchange. FRegards.