I will just say - not sure what you think I'm ignoring, but whatever. The main overall reach of both parties is pretty much the same with controlled opposition. Dems are progressive idiots trying to mash down the accelerator pedal - and Reps are progressives doing the speed limit. Which is why their "talking points" are always reactive. Now, there are some politicians on the Fed level that still believe in representing the people, and stopping govt. overreach. The issue is that there isn't enough of them - not that most Reps are scared to speak up because they might get attacked. Are you kidding me with that? If they are scared of relentless dem attacks and bow down - they should tuck their ******* tails and go hide under mommy's skirt.
....and yes, I voted for Paul in the primaries in 08 and 12. Unfortunately we ended up stuck with McCain and Mittens for those pres. elections. It was a hold my nose and vote moment for both.
I would also vote for Rand Paul for Pres. today - with Thomas Massie as VP.