Yes. The mushy middle has no political leaning and maybe doesn't have the intellectual capacity or inclination to get it.
Both sides needs their votes in order to win.
I don't agree with that at all; conservatism CAN persuate undecides; just not the firebrands.
Bush IS a conservative.
That's where we differ. Conservative values (limited government, low taxes, self-sufficiency, pro-military, etc.) are extremely persuasive. It's when we hide our values as though we're ashamed of them that conservatism's worth is called into question.
That inherently weakens the GOP. We must stand proud if we wish to strengthen the party.