[jwalsh07]

The nomination is trading on the trust and faith of the wingnut fringe religious conservatives, and the obedient loyalty of the party faithful.

Well, us fringe religious conservatives just ain't as smart as you all.

[Cboldt]

Well, us fringe religious conservatives just ain't as smart as you all.

I wouldn't say that. On balance, likely smarter, IMO.

The qualities of trust and loyalty are likely independent from the quality of intelligence.