Pipe dreams from the highway

As part of my right wing immersion idea, I listened to Laura Ingrahm today on the way to the final day of my class. Her topic was about how evil Arlen Specter was for not catering to the Bush conservative mandate. I found it quite odd that the big tent of the Republican party seemed to have no room for moderates anymore. I was also impressed with how quickly Republicans will eat their own.

Now, I realize that most liberals don't care much for Arlen, either, but to get him on our side on legislation issues, especially for now, seems like a fine idea (we need all the help we can get, after all).

I haven't had a chance to crunch the numbers, but it would seem that if Democrats were to mention to other moderate Republicans what happens to you in Bush's Senate when you actually speak your mind on issues, perhaps they could form some sort of unity with them. You know, reach across the aisle and help those who need our help. Not only would it heal the country, but it would also help the Democrats pass some things even in the most hostile of Senates.

Just a thought...