[BeHoldAPaleHorse]

but there is a difference between principled conservatives attacking the 'party over principle' doctrine

Ah, if only it were a matter of principle. (Sigh.)

I was, to use an ancient and honored bit of Southron colloquy, "jest funnin' ya!"

[Irish_Thatcherite]

I was, to use an ancient and honored bit of Southron colloquy, "jest funnin' ya!"

I know, I got ya when you explained! ;)