Something to share and let sink quickly.

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11. Yes, I appreciate all that you mention

but I wonder how anyone who is so taken aback by the institutional racism embraced by the GOP could - in good conscience - remain a member?

As a personal example, I hold ideals that are more commonly found among social democrats, so I am deeply disappointed with obvious corporate influences within the Democratic party. Accepting reality, I have little faith that a serious challenge from the left could succeed - either monetarily or ideologically. Instead, I work toward reform within the Democratic party. Why would I support a quixotic campaign, siphoning votes away from the only candidate with any chance of defeating the reactionary party candidate? At least I still believe that change from within is still possible with the Democratic party.

The GOP, however is a different story. In the face of shifting demographics that are already working against them, is there any likelihood whatsoever that they will give up pandering to racial prejudices? As we look at the campaigns currently being waged nationwide - in the 2nd decade of the 21st century, mind you - that answer is obvious. At least there is a glimmer of hope that *my* party can be changed from within; can any reasonably intelligent gooper make that same claim?