Reply #2: Nice post

[loyalsister]

I agree with you wholheartedly. I have become very confused by the meanings of the words "liberal" and "conservative" lately. The conclusion I have drawn is that they are just measures of flexibility. Oddly enough, as far as flexibility goes, Dean is much more "liberal" than DK. At the same time, he applies his flexible mind to achieving a goal that is fairly conservative in nature. He's a problem solver, and his mind is open to alternatives. You're right that considering an alternative is certainly not the same as supporting it.
I like DK's positions, but his rigidity makes me very uncomfortable. A singular approach applied to any and all related circumstances is not an appropriate approach to leading a country.