[nhwingut]

I agree... We need to realize the difference between a RINO from a Blue state like Minnesota, and a RINO from say South Carolina (Ms Lindsay).

IMO, Coleman is a huge bonus. As is even Collins and Snowe from deep blue Maine. Rock ribbed conservatives are not going to win in these states. That’s a fact.

And while we don’t want them to personify the Republican party, or become leaders, their voting records pale in conparision. Look at Snowe and Collins (both avg lifetime 50% from ACU). While not great, compare to their liberal House counterparts from Maine Allen (5) Michaud (16). Or compare to so-called conservative Dems like Landreau (22), and Webb (12).

In addition it gives us seats we have no business holding.

This is what the Ds have been doing for 2 cycles. Running conservative Dems in GOP states/districts and then giving the real power to Reid Pelosi.

[AmericanInTokyo]

I am all for bargaining with Coleman at this stage over his future support or opposition to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. He is in a weak position and needs us. Lets use our bargaining power.

I would say, he will take the "deal" with conservatives.

Nothing comes for free.

If Norm's people are reading this, I would hope they would come forward with an "offer" to get the negotiations going.

[Postman]

Perspective.....Nice to see it.....thanks.