Republicans Echo 1964

“I would remind you that extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice. And let me remind you also that moderation in the pursuit of justice is no virtue.” - Barry Goldwater, Republican candidate, in 1964

Frank Rich: “Whether Perry snares the big prize or not, he could prove a shock to the system tantamount to Barry Goldwater in 1964 — and just as misestimated now as Goldwater was then… Whatever Perry’s 2012 electoral fate, his lightning ascent is final proof, if any further is needed in the day of the tea-party GOP, that a bipartisan consensus in America is as unachievable now as it was after 1964.”

It’s like time stands still for Republicans, refusing to adapt, denying all facts. America is moving ahead with the world, the GOP wants to move backwards.