Boy, I couldn't agree more! It's long overdue.
And I think we will win people over (which we must do to win elections) with the right tactics, especially by impressions.
The smirking just reminds me of Jay Carney with his little pathetic demeaning sneer. And our dear leader gloating about winning an election. That's terrible. I'd like to see us win votes by taking the high road (think Reagan), not alienate potential voters.
We can be strong while considering how a voter on the fence will perceive us. That's how we'll win people over.
” - - - We can be strong while considering how a voter on the fence will perceive us. That’s how we’ll win people over. - - - “
GWB’s Tokyo Rove would call what you describe as “Stratigery.”
I call it the Doormat Republican’s failed fool’s game of “Nicey-Nice.”