I'm aware of generalizations made about both parties, but I really don't know what the republicans stand for. Maybe there are too many factions with a microphone which could make it difficult to send a clear message. The democrats have factions too, but it is easy for me to tell what they want and to identify the crazy groups that aren't realistic.
For example, abortion activists want the right to an abortion for women, environmentalists want regulations on business, gay activists want equal rights, unions want higher wages, etc.
What do the republicans stand for and want though? No abortion, but no safety net. Tax free charities, but no efficiency requirements, less government interference and market manipulation, but corporate subsidies are ok. If 30% of your income pays taxes, but not an income tax you aren't paying your share.
Plenty of politicians are hypocrites, but when the republicans get behind their "conservative" candidate and he doesn't work out they say he really wasn't a conservative..
If the guy you picked wasn't conservative why pick him?
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