How to Fight RINOs

There has been a rash of RINO-like (RINO - Republican In Name Only) behavior from our republican representatives. This has been especially evident in state government with the ethanol and child safety seat bills that we've all been blogging about. You can also find a number of recent blogs that demonstrate how this behavior is turning conservatives off to the republican party.

The RINOs have to be called to the mat. But, how do you fight a RINO? I think that these individuals realize that the conservative base will continue to elect them, in order to keep liberals out. The problem with this thinking, is that conservatives tend to demand results. We don't want to continue to elect people who do not serve us, and sooner or later we may stop voting. Do you think that voting against RINOs or withholding your vote will teach them a lesson? Maybe, but it means that someone even more opposed to the conservative viewpoint could take their place.

Maybe there's a way to make a point to the RINOs without losing elections. I think that the key is to hit their pocket books. Running for office takes lots of money, and candidates rely on public support to keep the election from draining their personal finances. Perhaps if the voting public were to cut funding to RINO's campaigns, we can hit them where it hurts and keep them on a shorter leash while they serve us. If you're thinking of contributing to a campaign or the party during the upcoming elections, think about the power that you actually have and demand accountability!

Don't forget to support true conservative candidates in the primary elections, too!

Cross posted at Subject to Change