No one is suggesting those be abandoned.
I would have preferred a clear message of embracing the core values, rather then more of this failed reaching out to groups that hold the republican party in contempt.
Stand for something. This touchy feely reaching out crap never works out for us. Make NEW conservatives, don’t attempt conversion of those long lost.
Remember people are still hurting from McCain and want nothing to do with that failed philosphy anymore.
I am just saying Steele is off to a bad start.
It is not what people want to hear right now.