Republicans are STILL talking about rape. Why?

[CapnAwesome]

Because when it comes to Republican politics:

1. There are things you believe that should only be said among close supporters and "the base" at times you are not being recorded
2. and there are the things you say out in the open, when on the record.

I think you can make the argument that what he said was not smart politically, but I can't see any moral, scientific or intellectual problem with these comments. If people make a big deal about a doctor talking about ovulation related to adrenaline, it is their problem. Rather it should be there problem.

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Unfortunately for them, they've painted themselves into a corner. They've gerrymandered their districts so they could keep the House in the last election but now they're beholden to the radical right fringe of their own base. If they dare stray to the center, they'll get primaried and booted out.

Although sometimes I am truly in wonder about what people think are radical or fringe positions, the Republicans have abandoned the big tent. With the tea party movement, many of the moderates got the boot. There are only two pro-choice republican senators now. Ten years ago there were 7 or so. A purge of your moderates is going to lose you elections every time.

I don't think this has anything to do with why this guy made these comments or why Akin did. They were replying to questions, this guy seemed to handle is well and obviously Akin did not. I'm kind of surprised that Atheists don't jump to the defense of Phil Gingrey rather than be critical. I don't think any politician should face backlash for making scientifically accurate statements.