Translation into plain English: "I am not actually a Republican." I agree with your comment. There was much too much affection for "classic" liberalism, and way too little recognition of the light that President Bush (and Reagan before him) shines onto the issues that confront him. Only an ashamed liberal would write this stuff. It proves that sometimes, even their stomachs are turned by what remains of the left.
I'm inclined to think that the writer has only begun to seriously ponder politics and government. He writes for a living and the profession seems to attract individuals with an artistic leaning and liberal bias.
He has probably reacted to most issues emotionaly rather than thoughtfuly throughout most of his life. He is fearful of being accused of unfairness and, consequently, not being liked. But now he's confronted with issues where his emotions and intellect converge.
That being said, its fun to see people become conflicted with their liberal inclinations and begin to express conservative ideas. I hope he is prompted to give more serious thought to government and politics in the future. He has the potential to become a cogent and entertaining author of conservative thought.
John Boston