Tea party wins in northeastern primaries could bode well for Democrats

[Good_News_1]

Just like ‘brass’ means anyone above your pay grade, I have come to understand that ‘RINO’ is used to describe anyone who’s views are more moderate than the speaker but who considers himself a Republican.

It’s a reflection of the destructive attitude of the tea “party” - they aren’t interested in intellectual consistency, problem solving, or getting along with their fellow Americans, but only in name calling, hysteria, and self-righteousness. I sense that for many, if you aren’t in the tea party, you aren’t a Republican, and probably not even an American - this, from a “movement” that is two years old.

 

[tomarin]

I sense that for many, if you aren’t in the tea party, you aren’t a Republican, and probably not even an American - this, from a “movement” that is two years old.

My impression was that they (the Tea Partiers) were not Republicans at all and see the party as a means to an end only. It’s an inchoate populist movement rather than an institution.

 

[estesbob]

Castle has been prominent in Republican politics since 1965. He has been a state legislator, governor, and member of the House of Representatives, holding political office as a Republican continuously for decades.

Far from being in name only he is someone who virtually defines what being a Republican is.

If you don’t like the Republican party, leave it.

I like the Republican Party just fine: thank you I especially like it when it elects real Republicans.

 

[Charlotte408]

'In the era of the “tea party,” is the moderate northeastern Republican in danger of going completely extinct? Tuesday’s primaries could give a clue.

Although tea party candidates have bumped off establishment favorites in GOP primaries this year, such results have generally come in conservative states where the victors also have a serious shot at winning in November.

The Northeast, meanwhile, is known for a more moderate, even liberal, electorate.

In these parts, moderate congressional Republicans have seen their numbers decline over the past few election cycles, with many longtime officeholders sent packing by the Democrats.

That is less likely to happen in this political environment, but the split within the GOP could be just as damaging:** If contenders backed by tea party groups manage to win several closely watched northeastern primaries Tuesday, their victories are likely to have the effect of handing those seats to the Democrats in November. **"

washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/09/14/AR2010091402465.html

Be careful of what you hope for!

Dumb. I was reading a yahoo article this morning about a Tea Party nominee being elected over a GOP favorite it was…

Christine O’Donell who won over Mike Castle

article here: news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_upshot/20100915/el_yblog_upshot/tea-party-victory-endangers-gops-goal-of-retaking-the-senate

First of all there is so much spin and bias in this article I almost vomitted.

I mean they’re making it seem like this is going to be a win for democrats? Dont you guys, understand, that this woman is MORE conservative than Castle?

All you guys are OUT- RINO’s ARE OUT- CONSERVATIVE IS IN!

Like brown is in for the fall, conservative is the new new

♫ I’m bringin’ conservative back ♫ :extrahappy: ♫You liberals don’t know how to act ♫

LMBO! Come on Novemba!!

 

[Charlotte408]

It’s a reflection of the destructive attitude of the tea “party” - they aren’t interested in intellectual consistency, problem solving, or getting along with their fellow Americans, but only in name calling, hysteria, and self-righteousness. I sense that for many, if you aren’t in the tea party, you aren’t a Republican, and probably not even an American - this, from a “movement” that is two years old.

Oh my goodness! I’m not a Tea partier, but I just dont understand why they are hated so much? For you to say this, you must personally know a lot of them?? Its really weird, to me.

I was raised as an American, respecting other Americans, and their right to vote as they choose, for whichever reason it is that they choose…even if it is petty.

 

[Good_News_1]

I mean they’re making it seem like this is going to be a win for democrats? Dont you guys, understand, that this woman is MORE conservative than Castle?

That’s why it is a win for Democrats: because Castle was a heavy favorite to win in the general, and O’Donnell is widely predicted to lose, not only because she is too far to the right for the state, but because she has other issues relating to her finances and previous statements that can be easily exploited.

Yesterday, Delaware Republicans probably threw away the party’s best chance at control of the Senate.

 

[Luigi_Daniele]

Castle has been prominent in Republican politics since 1965. He has been a state legislator, governor, and member of the House of Representatives, holding political office as a Republican continuously for decades.

Far from being in name only he is someone who virtually defines what being a Republican is.

If you don’t like the Republican party, leave it.

When did the Republican Party become pro-abortion and anti gun? I must have missed the memo

 

[Charlotte408]

That’s why it is a win for Democrats: because Castle was a heavy favorite to win in the general, and O’Donnell is widely predicted to lose, not only because she is too far to the right for the state, but because she has other issues relating to her finances and previous statements that can be easily exploited.

Yesterday, Delaware Republicans probably threw away the party’s best chance at control of the Senate.

Well we are all entitled to ‘hope’ . Wish ya’ luck!

 

[NotCrazyDan]

Oh my goodness! I’m not a Tea partier, but I just dont understand why they are hated so much? For you to say this, you must personally know a lot of them?? Its really weird, to me.

I was raised as an American, respecting other Americans, and their right to vote as they choose, for whichever reason it is that they choose…even if it is petty.

It’s called fear.

 

[Good_News_1]

Oh my goodness! I’m not a Tea partier, but I just dont understand why they are hated so much?

Because they are working to divide Americans when we need unity. They have no real platform, no practical ideas for solving problems, and they have no interest in working with anyone who disagrees with their cause du jour. Yesterday, they worked to throw away the possibility that Republicans would take control of the Senate - and they are proud of that!

I don’t know what greater display of stubbornness and inability to work with others, or lack of goal directedness you could ask for.

 

[Charlotte408]

Because they are working to divide Americans when we need unity. They have no real platform, no practical ideas for solving problems, and they have no interest in working with anyone who disagrees with their cause du jour. Yesterday, they worked to throw away the possibility that Republicans would take control of the Senate - and they are proud of that!

I don’t know what greater display of stubbornness and inability to work with others, or lack of goal directedness you could ask for.

Sort of like the Obama Administration when he first came into office and rammed the healthcare bill down our throats?

hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm… I didn’t see ANY bi-partisan effort there on his behalf. Didn’t want to hear/listen to any other options, advice, criticism…anything. I think that most tea partiers, actually have been feeling EXACTLY the way you do, except, the other way around, and for a lot longer.

 

[TMC]

Dumb. I was reading a yahoo article this morning about a Tea Party nominee being elected over a GOP favorite it was…

Christine O’Donell who won over Mike Castle

article here: news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_upshot/20100915/el_yblog_upshot/tea-party-victory-endangers-gops-goal-of-retaking-the-senate

First of all there is so much spin and bias in this article I almost vomitted.

I mean they’re making it seem like this is going to be a win for democrats? Dont you guys, understand, that this woman is MORE conservative than Castle?

All you guys are OUT- RINO’s ARE OUT- CONSERVATIVE IS IN!

Like brown is in for the fall, conservative is the new new

♫ I’m bringin’ conservative back ♫ :extrahappy: ♫You liberals don’t know how to act ♫

LMBO! Come on Novemba!!

Nominating O’Donnell is going to be a disaster for the GOP. It has nothing to do with her conservatism - the woman has real problems and real baggage. She has a long history of lying about and distorting her past. Her own campaign manager quit because he could not get her to stop spending campaign funds on her personal expenses. She will be used by the Dems to make the GOP look clueless and inept. I know Delaware has a high tolerance for gaffs and odd-ball statements - after all she is running for Biden’s old seat - but I don’t see how she survives two months of real public scrutiny. At least it should be entertaining, in a sad sort of way.

 

[Charlotte408]

Nominating O’Donnell is going to be a disaster for the GOP. It has nothing to do with her conservatism - the woman has real problems and real baggage .

Newsflash: REAL women usually live REAL lives and sometimes have baggage.

whoopty- do!

She’s Catholic, pro-life, pro-marriage, against pornography-

If this is the baggage she has I’ll help her carry them. I’ve already, in the past 5 minutes, added I dont know HOW many people from Delaware on my facebook- One thing I’ve learned from these ‘progressives’ is how to use their ‘rules for radicals’ against them- yeah thats right Beau- now WERE community organizing.

As far as her ‘baggage’ goes, again- to the wind with that one. This politician has that admin knocked up, that politican is having extra marital affairs, this house rep. is having male prostitutes in his home- and these dudes are still in office.

Yeah, Its all TMI and I’m over knowing so much about these politicians personal life. People make mistakes. If they can be in office, when they made these mistakes while they were in office, then surely we can forgive this lady and let her move on with her life.

 

[Good_News_1]

Sort of like the Obama Administration when he first came into office and rammed the healthcare bill down our throats?

No: the opposite in fact. He managed to bring the squabbling Democratic factions together. Had the Democrats continued to fight over the public option, etc, he wouldn’t have passed the legislation. Obama got along with the people he needed to get along with to acheive his goals. The tea party isn’t working with the very people - the Republican establishment in this case - who can help them acheive their goals. In the Obamacare drama, the far left played the role the tea parties are playing now - but in the end they compromised, instead of shooting themselves in the foot.

In is admirable to get along with one’s enemies. It is essential to get along with one’s allies. Obama did what was essential, though not what is admirable. The tea parties are doing neither.

 

[Charlotte408]

No: the opposite in fact. He managed to bring the squabbling Democratic factions together. Had the Democrats continued to fight over the public option, etc, he wouldn’t have passed the legislation. ** Obama got along with the people he needed to get along with to acheive his goals.** The tea party isn’t working with the very people - the Republican establishment in this case - who can help them acheive their goals. In the Obamacare drama, the far left played the role the tea parties are playing now - but in the end they compromised, instead of shooting themselves in the foot.

Well, in fairness, I think thats exactly what is happening with the Tea party. They aren’t trying to get along with the Repubs. Or the dems. They’re just representing THEMSELVES. Forget those parties.

IMHO- the Tea Party IS the republican party, the core of it. Ultra conservatism at its thickest. Yeah they went against the grain, but when it comes down to, O’Donnell who is a conservative republican on the ticket versus ANY Dem, the repubs. outside of the Tea Party are going to vote for her as well.

Its like your forgetting that this chick is a republican?? Yeah, she wasnt the repub choice- but between her and a dem? Cm’on? You think people arent that peeved with the Administration that they are going to vote dem just because the repub FAVORITE wasnt picked? Doubt it. On election day theres one thing I’m looking for on that ticket- democrat isnt it.

In is admirable to get along with one’s enemies. It is essential to get along with one’s allies. Obama did what was essential, though not what is admirable. The tea parties are doing neither.

In your opinion. Again, in theirs, and many other Americans eyes, they are doing EXACTLY what is needed to be done. Seeking out the TRUE CONSERVATIVES and getting them on the ballot. Regardless of what the party recommends.

 

[estesbob]

No: the opposite in fact. He managed to bring the squabbling Democratic factions together. Had the Democrats continued to fight over the public option, etc, he wouldn’t have passed the legislation. Obama got along with the people he needed to get along with to acheive his goals. The tea party isn’t working with the very people - the Republican establishment in this case - who can help them acheive their goals. In the Obamacare drama, the far left played the role the tea parties are playing now - but in the end they compromised, instead of shooting themselves in the foot.

In is admirable to get along with one’s enemies. It is essential to get along with one’s allies. Obama did what was essential, though not what is admirable. The tea parties are doing neither.

Because of his actions there will be a lot less of them to bring together come November

 

[CMatt25]

Yesterday, Delaware Republicans probably threw away the party’s best chance at control of the Senate.

:extrahappy:

 

[Scott_Lafrance]

:extrahappy:

I am equally thrilled. First, the middle class of Delaware had a huge win against institutionalist politicians. AWESOME!!! :extrahappy::extrahappy::extrahappy: They got rid of another Republican Good Ol’ Boy (the should change it from GOP to GOB).

Second, if the GOP cannot gain control of the House or Senate with people who actually care about the people they represent rather than their own wealth and career, then I hope the Democrats keep control and keep pushing entitlements and deficit spending until there is no more United States of America. Then we can push the reset button and get a government that actually is “of the people, by the people, and for the people”, instead of “of the lobbyists, by special interests, and for my bank account”.

Case in Point: Charles Rangel.

 

[irishpatrick]

My concern, it can even be called a fear, is that the Tea Party movement will simply lead to the Democrats maintaining control of Congress after the November elections. I believe that should be a very real concern, yet Tea Party people will not even listen to the concern.

 

[Scott_Lafrance]

My concern, it can even be called a fear, is that the Tea Party movement will simply lead to the Democrats maintaining control of Congress after the November elections. I believe that should be a very real concern, yet Tea Party people will not even listen to the concern.

So, you want a bunch of statist republicans rather than real “limited government” representatives in Congress? Maybe, just maybe, the people in the Tea Party are no longer content with voting for the less of two evils.