Ample evidence why partisan aren't embraced here on FR.
Oft time wish there was a Republican forum where these jerks could peddle their expedient solutions.
We can do more to influence others with our ideas if we work within the organization we want to change. This may imply joining the Democrat Party. Practically speaking, no.
The Republican Party is most aligned with our ideas. Because the party advocates the Big Tent philosophy, there is that political spectrum thing that has so many conservatives at odds with the Republican Party. I see it as a great melting pot. To call another part of the stew a "jerk" is, well, short sighted. With a little time, the stew makes a delicious dish.
Don't be impatient. John McCain has been gathering up the more spicy parts of the political spectrum. To conservatives like me, these are ingredients that make me want to throw up. However, I trust the chef. Once these ingredients are in the stew, OOOO! la! la! Ce plat est délicieux!