re: #29 Sharmuta

The democrats have the Blue Dogs and we have RINOs.

The dems accept that in some districts, a more conservative liberal is the best way to win, so they run a Blue Dog.

Judging from NY 23, it seems “conservatives” are not as tolerant of RINOs!, and think the best way to expand the movement is to pitch those RINOs! under the bus.

Looking at the current make up of Congress and the political landscape- which strategy won elections?

The Dems have their purges too - look at Joe Lieberman. The Dems only tolerate blue dogs NOW because they got tired of not being in charge of Congress. Eventually, the same thing will happen to the GOP. Trust me, the Dems are going to run out of patience with pro-gun/pro-life members blocking things like card check and the public option.