Social conservatives are turned on by non social conservatives on this board as well. It goes both ways. If someone is afraid to state their opinion out of fear of being confronted, that is not the blame of anyone but themselves.
As well, conservatives of ALL backgrounds threaten to leave the GOP on a daily basis. Social conservatives are not unique.
And, again, if a strict constitutionalist is not appointed ALL conservatives will be in an uproar. The Court would not be headed in the right direction. And the entire base is in danger of revolt.
Please G-d, no more Souters.