I won't argue with you further, because your mind will not be changed by exchange of thought. Let me just say that I AM PART OF THE BASE, and you do not speak for me.
I walked the walk, and talked the talk. I manned phone banks, raised funds, donated heavily, attended many local and state functions, and worked polling centers. I campaigned for Conservative causes and pols for over 30 years. I have earned the rank of base.
LLS
You sure have, guy.