We "conservatives," in the words of RobNoel, "couldn't organise a bachelor's party at a brewery." Too fragmented & (with good reason) have our own pet peaves & principles on which we not compromise. We are too independent in our lives & ideas. & therein lies our destruction.
We talk about what we'd do if this or that happens, but how many of us actually write letters to our electeds to express our views? or, God forbid, actually protest, by either showing up at a city council meeting & expressing our views or organising a rally on the state capital steps?
Most sit at home & bitch, yell at the TV talking head, vote (if that) & wonder what's gone wrong.
Actually give money or time "to the cause?" Not likely. Even most "activists" will barely donate to NRA, et al & call it good - allowing someone else to do the dirty work.
Wife & I had a conversation about this the other night & she related it to office politics, at which she excels.
When you want something to happen, you don't spring it on everyone (blidside 'em) at a meeting. Prior to, you do your homework, network & get the most influentials' buy-in.
When proposing this "new idea" at the meeting,those "not in the loop" haven't a chance 'cause the powers that be have already been convinced & already given the thubs up.
The "left" is comprised of true believers and will donate time, energy and money to their cause. They will band together so that a specific agenda will go forward. They will get the media on their side (most already are) & do the press releses & media events. Very powerful tools.
No flames intended - just some rambling thoughts ....
Outa here as I'm doing some research as to what pro-rights fiendly lawyer I can get ahold of to participate in a meeting with the Boulder city attorney & council members re the Boulder Gun Ban. Boulder's attempt to violate civil liberties should be shut down prior to any vote as even if they do vote for the ban, they should know full well that they will have an injunction slapped on 'em & be sued (personally, if can be) for a violation of civil rights.