[Cacophonous]

Republicans counter from the defensive all the time. The result is compromise and those that master the art of compromise such as Trent Lott.

The only reason to not attack Hillary is because the press will pounce on it.

Guess what:

THE PRESS WILL ALWAYS SUPPRT HILLARY, AND WILL ALWAYS FIND A WAY TO BAD-MOUTH HER OPPONENTS.

This is true whether or not the GOP is on the defensive or on the attack. So the only thing that can happen by attacking from the defensive is compromise and bad press.

Instead of trying to appease the media, attack Hillary. Keep pounding at her. Don't let her up. She will slip up and hurt herself. Her "husband" may have been able to sideslip pratfalls, but she is not as slick as he is. Attack her, I say.

[Hostage]

Ok. Go ahead and try out your strategy right here. Suppose she is running right now. Propose what should be said against her that will persuade more voters to vote Republican. Give it your best shot.