naive

I was naive to think that I would be start a debate to understand "the other side."

1. I had no idea how calcified I was in my beliefs. 
2. I was likely look for ways to compete whenever I felt superior.
3. I think the GOP is too broad or with bindings to singular issues.
4. My invitation was coarse and I was super lazy in curating this.

So that is my realization today.

HELP

I wish to understand how people become Republican. I'm not talking about right-wing nuts, but honest to goodness modern conservatives that identify as members of the GOP. Why did you vote for Bush? Do you regret it? How can one reconcile being christian and conservative???