[nathanbedford]

Gene, I think you are right, there are ways out of the trap. Now I am going to say something which will bring the wrath of half of Free Republic down on me: the best man to frame the debate, to move it away from the Liberals' framework where we have a difficult time winning, and over to a whole new paradigm (which is really what you suggest) is, gasp,

Newt Gingrich.

There, I said it! Before we engage in a rehearsal of his zipper problem and his other declensions from conservative orthodoxy, let me say what the psychiatrist said about his wife, compared to whom? No one, I repeat, no one can change the debate like Newt. Compared to the field, Newt Gingrich is light years ahead in candlepower and debating skills. No one can change the game like Newt.

[Gene Eric]

>> Newt Gingrich.
>> There, I said it!

If only there was a vaccination for the disease he caught in DC. I won’t disagree, however, with the energy and capability you mentioned.

Funny you should mention Newt because I was thinking of another game changer — Palin. Regardless of our individual opinion, she’s also a notable force in politics that can disrupt the suicidal flow of American politics. An amalgamation of the two personalities would be fun.

[Notary Sojac]

Bill Clinton turned Newt inside out in 1995-96.

Yeah, he's a bright guy, but when it comes to being out front on a tough issue, he'll fold like a cheap suit.