Either you are a REAL conservative or you are not. I have been on FR nearly as long as you and I thought the concept of FR was a discussion forum about conservatism. Now, I see it has devolved into, "ONE-UPS-MANSHIP" or some similar idea.
A long time ago, in another country, folks gave up their GOD-GIVEN RIGHTS with similar commentary like yours; you seem to have blind-faith in government; if and only if the government is YOUR political party leaning. But this isn't America. This concept has nothing to do with America.
America is about our individual freedoms. To date, no matter which political party is voted into majority power, they operate the steering wheel of OUR nation AGAINST our individual RIGHTS.
When will you see this?
This is the ONLY thing, that I'll reply to you with. All else dear, is an utter, abject waste of my time. Your posts just aren't worth more. : - )