I agree with the article and the comments here but REALLY why do some of these Republicans make such self-inflicting statements? Do they not believe these type of comments will not be used against them? Do they not understand the left’s game against them? Honestly!
Perhaps the only way to avoid making self inflicting statements is to say exactly what the democrats say.
Maybe a better way to cope would be for conservatives to explain what they believe and stand by it.
And it would help a great deal if the GOP weren't so COWARDLY as to not back up their candidates.