I appreciate that point of view, but this election shouldn’t have been close enough to steal. Seriously, if we can’t beat folks like Franken by wide margins, what excuse do we have?
Yes the left is organized. So what do we do about it? Can’t we?
I just had this conversation and I asked my FIL the same question. He said that the republicans used to be what they called a “big tent party” they let everyone in, and subsequently won elections. As republicans and conservatives we need to expand our base and allow more people under our tent. My example on here was that I wouldn’t be considered conservative enough only because I don’t agree with school vouchers, but I am very conservative on all other issues.
I’m sure each of us could find an issue or two where we may not hold the total line on Conservatism. I have an area or two where I stand up against what I see as hyper activity on some issue that serves us poorly, against the grain of normal Conservative policy.
When I think big-ten, I have two pictures. One is that we stand for nothing so we will allow anyone to lead that wants to, even if they are an devout leftist. The other is an image of a party that welcomes anyone of any color, of any ‘former’ nationality, of any former ideology, just so long as they now are devoted to Conservatism’s goals. The latter must be our goal.
Ronald Reagan didn’t attract Democrats because he adopted their beliefs. He espoused sound principles, and they adopted his beliefs. That’s the big tent you and I believe in. Come one, come all, who wish to see a sound nation carry on into the future.