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Entry: The Revolution and the Republican Party Link: http://www.takimag.com/site/article/the_future_of_the_revolution#18169 Post contents: @ John Lowell "The utter naivete informing the notion that paleo-conservatives and Libertarians can at some time in the future take commanding direction of the Republican Party leaves one just reeling." Well, let us remind ourselves that naivete is in the eye of the beholder; The only other long term option is a third party and those who see any hope of a third party movement achieving meaningful success fly in the face of a record of historic ineptitude that defines the word naivete. A Paul "movement" may be a long shot but if it is to have any chance for success it need take place within the Republican Party. And, it need not "take over" the party. It can survive and have great influence by electing as few as a handful of "Paul Republicans". Ten or twelve in the House and three or four in the Senate and the direction of this nation would change dramatically. With the RepubliCrats effectively in control of ballot access and election law, it ain't gonna happen any other way. Third parties have too many cards stacked against them. I agree that the verdict is out on Pauls ability to lead this "movement". It will be the great test of his leadership abilities. So far, his instincts have been good even when organization and performance have been lacking. We shall see...and hope for the best. Sent at: 2008 08 08