The reelection of President Obama comes as a rude awakening for half of America today. In a ideology battle with two combatants that couldn't represent more divergent ideas, the progressives prevailed. This left many asking why it happened. Was is Mitt Romney? Was it Hurricane Sandy? Was it the changing electorate in this country? Maybe, but there are deeper questions that the conservatives in this country have to start asking. What does the GOP stand for, and does it represent the best for America? Everyone's answer may differ, but it is obvious from the election that some things need to change. The GOP has been stuck in neutral for some time and has failed to win the popular vote in 5 of the last 6 general elections. The GOP is becoming increasingly localized and disjointed in their messaging. Not even sincere conservatives can trust the candidates the GOP is nominating these days. The Tea Party grew out of populous anger over Obamacare and continued as a check to the stagnant ideas in the GOP establishment. Even the Tea Party is left at a crossroads after the complete disaster last Tuesday. The way forward is not certain or pretty, but major changes need to be made if a conservative candidate has any chance in the near future.
