I personally expect the people for whom I vote to be a close to my political views as can be. Mediocrity is not an option.If I want a pro abortion, pro gay leader I will vote democrat. If we as conservatives rebuke those moderates who are shoved down our throats eventually the national party will get the message. The "moderates" in our party didn't get the current majorities elected. Since we have the precedent to set the tone Conservatives ought to do just that. I.E. If I cook a meal for someone who love French cuisine do I have to include some Italian items on the menu just to be fair?
Thank you for some thoughtful analysis. My question is this: If you rebuke those moderates too strongly, where will they go?
I must disagree with you on whether or not the "moderates" in our party got the current majority elected. I believe that if the moderates voted for Kerry (barf), W might NOT have been elected.
Personally, as a Republican who believes that the future of our country (literally and figuratively) lies in continuing Republican administrations, I would not push one single voter to the Dems. Not one.
Again, we have bigger fish to fry. Thanks.