Dems have nothing to lose in the Limbaugh War because this fight isn’t about us. It’s about Republicans. Seriously, we have nothing to lose. If Rush wins (and he’s clearly winning so far) then he becomes the leader of the Republican Party. However, if the GOP succeeds in putting Rush in his place then they risk losing the dittoheads that comprise a significant portion of their base, unless… anyone sees a scenario where Rush backs down, abdicates his throne, and instructs his followers to listen to someone else? Yeah, like that’s going to happen.
Still, some people want to issue warnings. Giving him what he wants: The Dems are fools is an example of one such post. Now the billboard contest is extremely silly, but giving Rush Limbaugh what he wants is anything but foolish. It’s brilliant. Of course Rush is eating this up – that’s the point – but, in case you haven’t noticed, it’s Republicans, not Democrats, he’s eating up and spitting out. And trying to paint this war as a Dem conspiracy, and therefore moot, is a waste of time. Seriously, there was no story until Republicans fell over themselves apologizing to Rush. That’s the story, and it’s being fed by Republicans attempting to find the middle ground with an egomaniac.
And while I agree with most of what David Frum says in his latest article the most he can hope to achieve with this piece is another on-air Limbaugh temper tantrum. The saga continues, and, yes, I’m enjoying it (I’ll also be milking it) because I have nothing to lose! So, pass the popcorn; this story is far from over.