What did you say, history? Could you repeat yourself?

[Oakenshield]

16. You want to be cautious, I get that.

Make concessions if we have to maintain as much power as possible. In theory, playing the game of politics defensively would be a safe road to travel. However I would argue that method is why we've lost ground over the last thirty years. We outnumber the old and cantankerous Republicans. Staggeringly. Our voter turn-out is shitty though, because unlike Republicans who are always full of piss and vinegar we are consistently more reserved.

Some might see that as trying to rise above the filthy and regressive tactics Republicans use. And you know what, that's probably quite accurate. The majority however see that as being weak-willed. If we really want to defeat the Republicans, we need to stir up a fervor of our own in the Democratic political base. I guarantee you, if a fire-breathing Democrat is put on the stage, you will get the votes to put him or her into office.