Apparently it isn't a Republican constituency anymore either.
House GOP unafraid of defense cuts
House GOP thinks unthinkable on defense cuts
I don't think Ronald Reagan would recognize the current crop we have in there.
Apparently it isn't a Republican constituency anymore either.
House GOP unafraid of defense cuts
House GOP thinks unthinkable on defense cuts
I don't think Ronald Reagan would recognize the current crop we have in there.
The Reagan coalition has come apart when it most needs to come together.
The three pillars of that old coalition: Strong Defense Advocates, Social Conservatives, and Fiscal conservatives are moving in different directions. I don’t see a leader on the horizon who can unify us again anytime soon.
I do know that the GOP establishment is doing everything it can to antagonize all three. This is stupid politics to say the least.
I think our best hope is a veteran out there who remains undiscovered. This person could unite us all again. Since, he would come from the military, he would most likely be socially conservative. His military background would naturally make him an advocate of strong defense. Lastly, the military mind is inclined towards efficiency of action, so fiscal stewardship would likely also be favored.
So, Tea Party folks, FReepers, if you know such a person let’s encourage them to run. The time is critical and we must get moving.