[Southflanknorthpawsis]

The best way I can explain it is that many Bushies probably agree with Keyes about a number of things. However, he has driven them away and tainted his image enough that they can only see that which is most prevalent in their eyes; Alan Keyes. His or "the" issues are buried beneath the baggage of an undesirable person (in their eyes). That really is the essence of their opposition.

It has been said many times that Keyes would reach many more willing ears if he used different tactics. Recent digs at our president have not helped the cause. Keyes could deliver his message more effectively if he chose his battles more wisely. He has managed to drive away a lot of folks who may have been persuaded to listen a little closer. Thus, the mood has been set and his words fall on ears that aren't interested in hearing from a man by whom they have been offended, regardless of the message.

[EternalVigilance]

His or "the" issues are buried beneath the baggage of an undesirable person (in their eyes). That really is the essence of their opposition.

Hmmm...interesting. That's exactly what I've been saying here for lo these many months.

Of course, we still disagree whether that disdain is deserved or not...and, whether such intense dislike justifies the kind of attacks that have occurred here.

I still wonder if you understand that Keyesters really couldn't give a rip about Keyes' personality...and that they, generally speaking as a group, are truly in this for the conservative agenda they share with Alan Keyes.

Anyways, it has been refreshing having a civil and productive conversation with you this evening. Good night, and until another time.

Regards...EV

[DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet]

It has been said many times that Keyes would reach many more willing ears if he used different tactics.

I can vouch for this. There was a time when I would have been excited to hear what he had to say. No more. His behavior during the campaign and beyond did it for me.