> Why have the republicans, who were swept into office in 1994 on the vow to return power and control to the citizens, become what all freedom loving souls despise?
Not sure, but a good rule to follow is: when in doubt, follow the money.
I believe the Republican politicians did not abandon principles, I just don't think most of them had many principles to start with. Hence, they could not be trusted with power. While I think W is an honest man who does stand up for his beliefs, I'm starting to wonder if even he has very many strong principles. If he does, I doubt they are the same as mine.
In any case, though I'm feeling disillusioned with W at this juncture in time, I would be shocked if he allowed a tax raise. I don't expect it.
A simple explanation is that power corrupts.
But I think it goes further than that.
I believe the GOP took the base for granted.
In the isolated country club Bush family tradition, the GOP twits thought the boots on the ground would once again do their dirty work for them. But they were wrong. Dead wrong.
As Rush acknowledged himself, it is tiring carrying the water for the pious and naive pinheads running the White House public relations.
Trench warfare with the Democrats, Enemedia, Eurofags, and terrorists cannot be fought with schoolgirls like Rice, Card, McCallum.
The base was the sole reason for victories in 2000, 2002 and 2004.
But in 2006, the base abandoned the GOP when the GOP abandoned them.