Prometheus 6

We have a "conservative Democrat" from Kentucky, arguing for more conservative judges. And we have a "grass roots Republican" not only echoing his argument, but saying that in the South, "grass roots Republicans" are, in the South, often "conservative Democrats".

This is why "Blue Dog Democrats" are regarded with suspicion in progressive circles. Fact is, the Solid South keeps enough representation in both parties to be able to play either against their specifically local interests.