[Teacher317]

True, but this is where the Shakespearean dilemmas come in... his principles prevent him from waffling on an issue. He won't change because he can't change, without a serious change in his personality and taking a very public hit for not adhering to his principles (applicable only to GOP office-holders, of course). It's just as unlikely as beating him in the primaries!

[The Coopster]

Well, I certainly won't ever fault him for having strong principles....and that alone should make up some ground on this thread. It all goes back to being as productive as possible to better this country, and choosing your battles wisely.