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Shermann

(7,399 posts)
Fri Nov 6, 2020, 09:31 PM Nov 2020

Least popular elder with Republicans in four years

In my travels in the conservative world, I've been amazed at how quickly Republicans have turned their backs on their former presidents and presidential candidates. In particular, the names Romney and McCain spoken aloud can really trigger the dirtiest looks. In their cases, this seems related to their perceived lack of loyalty to Trump (and the party by association). However, going back a bit further, the Bush's aren't exactly held in the highest regard either. You have to go back to the 80's and Ronald Reagan to drum up anything resembling a positive or nostalgic reaction.

Democrats have done much better in this regard. Obama and the Clintons are still held in the highest regard, although Kerry's name doesn't seem to come up much. Democratic elders just seem to age better.

Looking forward four years, who will be disdained by Republicans looking back the most?


9 votes, 0 passes | Time left: Unlimited
Donald Trump
7 (78%)
Mitt Romney
1 (11%)
John McCain
1 (11%)
George W. Bush
0 (0%)
Bob Dole
0 (0%)
George H.W. Bush
0 (0%)
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