Fundamental: always remember that many on the left, when they discuss conservatism and conservative Republicans, use misleading language. For example, if you go here...
...this lengthy article from The New Yorker on John McCain refers to conservatives' "anti-government ethos."
That's a falsehood. Conservatives such as Grover Norquist aren't "anti-government." Someone who was truly anti-government must logically be in favor of no government, in favor of destroying it. No conservative wants that. Conservatives believe in the police, the courts, a strong defense, in taking care of our citizens who truly through no fault of their own can't take care of themselves.
No, the Right isn't "anti-government." Rather, conservatives believe in small, limited government. Remember that when arguing with your liberal opponents.
