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It was an interesting ploy and I can see why the Dem PR flacks thought it might be a good idea - portray the Republican party as splintered and crown an unelected demagogue as its head and throw their enemies into confusion. The problem is that if it doesn't work - and it hasn't - then the appeal is only toward the few who will hate Rush and the Republicans regardless of any merit to the case - Obama's base, in effect. And they're already onboard.

In the meantime there are people who will listen who didn't before, and who will realize that (1) Rush isn't claiming leadership of anything, (2) he is a highly articulate and well-informed commentator, and (3) there are real conservatives out there on whose behalf Rush has a bully pulpit. The problem is that you can't both smear and marginalize someone - Sarah Palin, for example - and then do your best to promote someone who un-marginalizes her. It's one or the other. Can't have it both ways. And that's the signal characteristic of your classic arrogant, spoiled, loudmouth and doctrinaire Democrat - he always wants it both ways.

In the meantime there are people who will listen who didn't before, and who will realize that (1) Rush isn't claiming leadership of anything, (2) he is a highly articulate and well-informed commentator, and (3) there are real conservatives out there on whose behalf Rush has a bully pulpit.

And Rush has been at his best lately. If anyone new listens in with even half an open mind, they'll hear Rush's message, understand the subterfuge the Dems are up to, and even if a loyal lib, will have some doubt the next time they hear Obama speak. If anyone can persuade the masses, it is Rush.