Why Democrats Will Lose Again in ‘06'

ChronWatch ^ | June 20, 2006 | J. B. Williams

[Theodore R.]

The political definition of "progressive" was coined about 1900. It refers to (1) a desire to lift the downtrodden of the central cities, (2) a desire to stop monopolies and unchecked growth of business, (3) a desire to stop political corruption. Progressives have failed as a whole but they believe they have succeeded.

In this sense, "progressive" does not mean "desiring progress," such as new public buildings, roads, etc.

[Theodore R.]

Yes, John, but the trouble with your advice here is that the "better" Republicans would lose under that scenario and the "bad" ones would likely still prevail. Voters are incapable of making such distinctions as you suggest.

[PlainOleAmerican]

Good... the more readers, the better! I don't understand the notion that double the exposure of a column like this is a bad thing???

What is the purpose of "free" republic exactly? To march to moderators rules, rat out nonsense guideline breakers, or spread news and information as far and wide as possible?

Tell me how double the exposure is a bad thing? I didn't do it on purpose... But what's the downside?

Sometimes, I feel like we spend more time fighting ourselves than the emeny...

[John Lenin]

The immigration bill is the final straw with me and I'm sure a lot of others. If the GOP wants to pass a bill that will put them out of power unless they turn into socialists I will help them out. It's no secret that the illegals when and if they become citizens will vote for the party with the biggest handouts. Bush is killing the conservative movement.