Jim is wrong on this one. You are wrong on this one. Capitulating merely makes it that much easier to capitulate the next time. The very idea that we should all pick our battles only in light of political expedience is silly (and wobbly).
I'm not suggesting we burn the place down. Just suggesting that if movers and shakers like Robinson are convinced we can't win, then we can't win. Game over.
You are the one speaking of capitulating not Jim nor I. Consolidating GOP support is not "capitulating". Mindlessly striking out against the GOP is and many admit they are ready to give up and allow the RATS to regain power out of a state of pique.
Placing issues in proper perspective is not "capitulating" either but a sign of political judgment.