Did the GOP Really Lose Its Way?

by Rich Muny

Many conservative politicians, radio hosts, and pundits have repeatedly stated their shared belief that the Republican Party "lost its way" prior to the 2008 election.  In their minds, the entire conservative movement believed in limited government and low spending and was simply corrupted by absolute power.  They may be surprised to learn that this is not the case at all.  The fact that party leadership turned its back on limited government and low spending was entirely predictable.  In fact, it should have been expected....continue article here