Bush 1 lost largely because the socials stayed home. The data proved it in many electoral districts, and it's not just them, but they are the hardest to get motivated because they need a catalyst, and are not necessarily just loyal voters like the folks we call fondly, "broken glass republicans".
We have a fatal problem this cycle, because we alienated Hispanics, demeaned the fiscals, and lost the younger crowd because of pandering to the socials.
Now we insult the conservatives by putting up McCain.
This election is so screwed.
The only way McCain wins, is for the Dems to flee their commitment to Hilary or Obama and vote for McCain in November. We don't have the votes yet to elect him, and I don't think we ever will against their apparent record turnouts.. The Republican electorate power has been destroyed.
What do you mean alienated hispanics? If you are here illegally, you should be deported. Pretty simple concept. Illegal immigration is the number one litmus test for conservatism in my opinion. It’s a national security issue,economic issue and health care issue.