I concur. IMO, I like the way Rush handles the notion that he himself is greatly responsible for the Republican resurgence: He simply dismisses it. He says "we do what we can, and if people are energized and influenced by that, then so be it."
There are many FReepers here with delusions of grandeur in this regard.
But it's somewhat understandable. After so long feeling helpless, it's nice to feel "empowered" even if it's not really warranted to the extent you'd like to think.
Wow, you're right about that! We send emails to legislators. Guess what. They (99%) do not read them! Ask one.