Truth being stranger than fiction though, in 15 years or so who's to say, if roles won't be reversed? Republicans didn't always draw their inspiration from the common folk.
I'm really hoping for a democrat revival. In the interest of our Country, it's needed, big time!
I'm basicially with you in that the pro-life position is the main reason I ventured over to the Republican side.
Taxes are important, but everyone has their hand in the cookie jar, and nearly all citizens have supported and taken advantage of pooled tax revenues. It's a weak incentive for me at least.
I also find the Republicans attitude towards the environment to be tilted too much towards the business side of the issue. It is a tough issue though, because tough environmental standards can definitely lead to a loss of jobs.
I live in NY, I had to hold my nose and vote for Pataki. The only reason I originally voted for him was to get Mario out, as he was getting ready to nationalize the utilties in our State.
But the State is still in serious financial trouble, and Upstate is dying a slow, miserable, somber death. Shumer actually has tried to bring some industry and businesses to some of the surrounding towns. If he runs against Pataki, I'm voting for him, plain and simple because he has extended himself to try to help our part of the State.
To the best of my knowledge, Pataki hasn't done nearly as much for Upstate. Party means nothing.