I wish you were right, but there are NO facts in evidence that electing moderate republicans leads to incremental conservatism. In fact, the facts show the opposite. ESPECIALLY in CA.
Skeeter, think a little. The consequences of getting Liberals in power has tremendous repercussions, from Courts to schools, to workplaces, and in every walk of life. The result of such is more and more Liberal-minded individuals running institutions. Cut your loses, compromise and look ahead.