Liberals don't politicize disgraced Republicans enough. The situations are embarrassing, they make good jokes, but that's about as far as they go.
Maybe its because to do so, would turn hate towards hate - and potentially inflaming it? I think it is worth the risk myself. It is not for the weak hearted. Here's how my ad would look:
Slow fade from black:
Republican Senator Larry Craig
Arrested for disorderly conduct in a public bathroom...
Fade in news report audio, "Republican Senator Larry Craig was arrested yesterday, pleading guilty to charges of disorderly conduct in a Minneapolis airport bathroom... " Fade out news report audio.
Crossfade (slow zoom to Mark Sanford's face):
Fade in news report audio, "Republican South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford admitted today that he lied to his family and staff, and was secretly having an affair... His travel is being investigated by the State Ethics Commission, and lawmakers who've urged him to resign are considering whether to try to force him from office..." Fade out news report audio.
Crossfade:
Fade in news report audio, "Former Gov. Terry Branstad is contemplating running for office again... he is criticized by the Republican party for approving the introduction of state-sponsored gambling and legalization of same-sex marriage..." Fade out news report audio.
etc. This ad paid for by "Americans for an honest America"...
I'm sure there are several more good examples. This is a bit outrageous. (I am pro gambling and pro gay marriage.) But my point is - these are Republicans who do not portray "Republican values" which has long been an anchor of their popularism.
Forcing Republicans to push their party hard right will ultimately alienate the majority of Americans. This tussle, albeit for only several months, distracted Republicans from winning the Presidential election. It was fun while it lasted.
I had a thought somewhere during this article, that Hillary Clinton needs better PR. I'll save that topic for next time.
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