The Republicans got what they deserved.. a thorough thumping by a better organized, charismatic, youthful and inspirational candidate. I say this as a lifelong Republican and McCain voter. Offering up a "Bob Dole redux" standard bearer and an extremely questionable vice presidential running mate was an easy recipe for electoral disaster. George Bush had poisoned the well for sure. But he was aided and abetted by an appalingly biased press that fell in lockstep with the Democrat Party. That, and Bush's inability to even attempt to defend himself or his policies disheartened the Republican Party. I wish President-elect Obama well. His success is important to all Americans. I hope that the Republican Party will look in the mirror and re-evalute themselves. It must go back to the basic values and philosophy that served us well. We need a strong two party system to keep an eye on each other and maintain some balance in our national policy.









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