[alpowolf]

By the time that power is gained the principles will be completely forgotten

That's always the thing that irritates me most when the so-called pragmatists insist that a sell-out is necessary. Their circular logic spins around and around: they can't stick to principle because they don't have enough power...when they get the power, they still can't stick to principle because they're afraid of losing the power. But what is the point of power, if not to use it?

[lasereye]

That's always the thing that irritates me most when the so-called pragmatists insist that a sell-out is necessary. Their circular logic spins around and around: they can't stick to principle because they don't have enough power...

What is the principle the GOP would have been sticking to by defending Lott? What principle was he enunciating when he made his remarks? Segregation? The only person I've seen suddenly coming out in favor of affirmative action is Lott. This is brainless.