HagridOfTheDeep
Junior Chimp
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« on: November 07, 2012, 03:16:23 PM » |
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I actually don't think the changes we need to make are as radical as the politicos are suggesting. Compassionate conservatism can appeal to many of the people in the Democrat coalition if it is branded properly.
The one tack we need to make is on illegal immigration. Provide a path to some sort of legal status. Emphasize the fact that amnesty will save money and that it will benefit the economy to make official some of the illegal immigrants' informal markets. Talk about life, love, and family.
I was very pleased to see how much the pundits talked about the failures of the party. The number of times "Hispanics" and "women" came up was remarkable... it couldn't be clearer what the GOP needs to do, and I hope they take it seriously.
Honestly, last night made me very optimistic for Susana Martinez's chances, because I honestly believe she is exactly what the GOP needs. She'll keep them in touch with their roots, but she'll make the party a lot more accessible to a lot more people.
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