Political Quote of the Day

From Democrat Speaker Nancy Pelosi:

"Republicans in America, take back your party."

Be careful what you wish for, Nancy.

There's more to the story:

Congressional Democratic leaders say Sen. Arlen Specter's party switch is a sign that Republicans should become more like, well, Democrats.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California told reporters Wednesday that the GOP should return to the days when it advocated for the environment and individual rights. The nation, she said, needs a strong Republican Party that does not alienate moderates.

But not too strong, added Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada.

Specter stunned the political world Tuesday by switching from Republican to Democrat. He said there aren't enough moderates left in Pennsylvania for him to win a GOP primary. Many Republicans said good riddance, but Specter's departure deeply shook the party establishment.

Specter's switch has nothing to do with a GOP that doesn't welcome moderates. It's all about Specter's desire to be re-elected and the fact he cannot win the Pennsylvania GOP primary.

However, anyone who thinks the answer to the GOP's difficulties is to become more like Democrats shouldn't have a role in the GOP in any substantive way. That's why the party couldn't get excited about John McCain, and won't follow the advice of his ditsy daughter.