“…applied to some of the common threads of conservative thought..”
Common threads? I don’t think so. Someone needs to offer some examples and not rely on broad insinuations. Conservative thinking inherently rejects utopianism. It perceives the state as having a limited role in our lives—and most certainly does not believe the government can offer salvation. Those American conservatives who start get goofy soon find themselves marginalized. Please note that Mike Huckabee is not going to be the Republican standard bearer. Also, Pat Buchanan if he decided to run in 2008 would unlikely earn even 2% of the total vote.
The only serious candidate flirting with fascism is Barack “Barry” Obama. His followers often remind one of Jim Jones’ Kool-Aid drinkers. Democratic Party voters are far more attracted to fascism than Republicans. There is simply no comparison between the two.
