I think I have part of "it" figured out.

[BigBearJohn]

Acting as if the Republicans have ANYTHING worth listening to is the
equivalent of listening to Glen Beck and stepping back and saying,
"I see what you mean... The world is falling apart because of all
the money the middle class is overspending. If they learned how
to work harder and save money like Republicans, they too would
be rich. It's all the poor people's fault. If they would just get off their
lazy asses and work instead of asking for government handouts, our
country would once again be great. Why can't they put their
noses to the grindstone and work 60 hour weeks at half pay?
And here's another idea: Get your children to work at a
younger age. It will teach them the value of work and give them
a strong work ethic." Instead of complaining about the rich who
are graciously giving you jobs at McDonald's and Walmart, you should
get down on your knees on thank your lucky stars we let you eat.

Why does ANYBODY listen to Republicans? I guess when I am finally
able to answer that question, I will also understand why anyone
would listen to Glen Beck.

[liberal N proud]

1. The teabaggers did say they wanted to take the country back

This is what they wanted to take it back to, sweatshops and child labor with no safety or environmental regulations.