I think human nature and history illustrate that #1's moment would be so fleeting before its enforcers began adapting the approach of #2, that any remembrance of "lesser evil" rationalizing peoples' so-called "forced" support of #1 in desperation to avoid #2, would prompt manic, hysterical laughter, as it should.
Fear is being used to bully and terrorize people into going against their better judgment and common sense, which has been telling the majority of Republicans since 2007 that Romney is a poison lemon, bad news. When people surrender their better judgment to fear and desperation, disaster usually results. I PRAY that American conservatives and American Republicans all heed their better judgement, reject Romney, and face the fight ahead with minds, hearts, souls, and feet firmly planted in courage founded in the steadfast strength and promise of COMMON SENSE.
The Death of Common Sense obituary along with the majority ignoring a few simple tools like Occum’s Razor (the simplest explanation is usually the correct one) and Show Me the Money (ie follow the money trial to uncover the reasons) are at the heart of most of our problems.
Like you, I hope fervently that at least Common Sense experiences a resurrection between now and Election Day.