And because RINOs are turning their backs on the core values of the Reagan revolution. The ANWR drilling defeat this week, temporary or not, is typical and is a direct result of the softening of the message and the inclusion of squishy "moderates" when we need warriors.
I don't think Newt Gingrich is the right one to lead the troops into battle. A wise advisor, maybe with a playbook tucked under his arm, but not the leader. Now, Tom DeLay would stick it to the other side, in spades. We need someone like "the Hammer."