I’ve had similar experiences here. I agree with you that it is their job to keep informed, but they can’t/don’t always do that.
Many of our newer Republicans don’t have much of a staff either. They pool resources to use a general party staff. At the state capitol, they might have one small office tucked away someplace but that’s about it. Yes, big names and party leaders have staff and space but lower rung representatives usually don’t.
Then there’s the issue of momentum. Democrats claim they have it here, whether or not it is true in every case. Still, look at the two competitive websites, as a disinterested third person looking for information, and tell me which party has momentum?
Repub: http://www.denvergop.org/
Dem: http://www.coloradodems.org/
The Dems also have a hit website against us at
http://www.coloradodems.com
well— you are dealing with a different climate than I am
my area is strong Red area...
our problem is just that these folks still think Newt is a conservative- LOL!
We are so active here— that Congressman Price has actually moved to the RIGHT in the last 2 years.....
he even signed a pledge to take no earmarks....
right now— I am getting folks aware that Phil Gingrey (who is beloved here) is a co-sponsor of the dang NEVA hoax....I am hoping Phil is not aware of the fine print in this bill....but either way— he WILL know come Monday morning— LOL!
our area networks very well...we have folks with different areas of passion and expertise...we all keep in contact alerting each other of issues...then we all call on our own contact groups to carry the message and take action....
this helps everyone be active and the politicos on their toes....with minimal work from individuals....