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So why would Republicans, particularly at a gathering of Bible-belt activists, avoid such a fresh platter of political red meat? The party's dominance starting in the Reagan era - and, yes, Reagan was the most popular figure invoked in New Orleans, as has been the case at Republican gatherings...
Both sets of issues, supercharged by the Tea Party movement, provoked the kind of reaction in New Orleans that Republican leaders have seen around the country - raw, intense and emotional. In the past, appeals to the pocketbook and concerns over Middle Eastern alliances have not always stirred the same kind...
So, with an energized and unified party, and plenty of heavy artillery to hurl around, side-stepping the potentially divisive topic of the court and social issues was a no-brainer for the Southern Republicans. Some GOP strategists have been sensitive to the "party of no" label their side earned...
To be sure, some candidates and many interest groups eventually will use the court vacancy to raise money and highlight specific social issues. Additionally, with conservatives pushing for judicial consideration of the constitutionality of the new health law's mandate that all individuals purchase medical insurance, economic considerations will play...
The White House doesn't want to reignite the culture wars, so don't expect the President to select a controversial nominee. While the media coverage so far has focused on the potential drama and drawbacks of the possible contenders, Obama is actually in a position to benefit from the...