Modern American conservatism began as a revolt against Eisenhower. That's key to understanding it.
@FabiusMaximus01 @ErikLoomis Revolt against Ike as perceived weak moderate (or RINO) also led to Goldwater movement.
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@HeerJeet@ErikLoomis Counterfactual: what if 1964 GOP nominee was Nelson Rockefeller or Henry Lodge? NR's remarriage sunk him; Lodge quit.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@HeerJeet@ErikLoomis Neither would have turned GOP from its roots to pursue Southern whites. Goldwater's decision had horrific consequencesThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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