So, what direction has the country moved since the Republicans took control of everything? Let's see:
- Is the government bigger or smaller?
- Is government spending bigger or smaller?
- Is the deficit bigger or smaller?
- Is the debt bigger or smaller?
- Education Dept. gone, as promised?
- Energy Dept. gone, as promised?
- Commerce Dept. gone, as promised?
- NEA gone, as promised?
- Out of Bosnia yet?
Want more?
The Republicans begged and pleaded for conservatives to ignore third parties, vote for them to get change, and give them a chance.
What have they done with that chance to run everything? Why would we want more of what they've done? They're so corrupted now that they don't even both talking about reforming government anymore.
Then change the party, for crying out loud! You're not going to effect ANY positive political change by voting for a third party---in fact, in this election there's a fair chance you'll effect NEGATIVE political change. How in the heck does THAT serve your cause?
"Well, hey, changing the party is hard work, and would take a long time. We don't have that kind of time." Who would you be kidding if you said that? You're supporting a party with single-digit support. Third-party influence isn't going to work any faster than internal party struggles.
Sorry Hank, this is a tug-of-war. The rope has only two ends, and you've gotta choose a side and PULL. If you think the rope's going the wrong direction, you've gotta pull harder. You're just pulling sideways instead.
I'll tell you what, I for one would LOVE to see the Green party up at 10% or so. That would be GREAT for the Republicans.