We're seeing Republicans incredibly dispirited. This brings up something oft ignored - it's a Strongman Party. They follow the strongman - Trump cemented that. #politics 1/
So Republicans must ostracize the failure (Trump, in theory) and seek a new Strongman. This is devestating to them. #politics 5/
This brings up two things. We must keep pressing them, getting victories, and not letting up. This will derail republican efforts and keep them off their guard. #politics 6/
Secondly, DeSantis (or any possible candidates) need to be derailed ASAP. DeSantis may be easy as he's thin-skinned, already racking unpopularity, and Florida is a mess. #politics 7/7
@StevenSavage Scott Walker, has-been governor of Wisconsin, is also available to lead the R's to the inevitable.
If they don't have a strongman, Republicans fear they'll start following DEMOCRATS. The Democrats doing well makes them the Strongmen. #politics 4/