Michael Steele... Almost Done?

Event:
Yesterday GQ published an interview with the RNC's newly elected chairman, Rep. Michael Steele. The interview highlighted his shaky position on abortion, indicating a lack of certainty in his self-proclaimed pro-life ideology. Also in the interview, Steele separated himself from a number of his conservative colleagues by stating his belief that homosexuality is not a choice.

Why it Matters:
At first, this event appears to be relatively unimportant, but in the grand scheme of things, this event, coupled with Steele's other mishaps over the last few weeks, could indicate a shift in politics as we know it. Although Rep. Steele is the titular head of the Republican Party, it is clear that the party is undergoing a serious identity crisis. The conservative base of the party, now led by Rush Limbaugh, has always been constructed on essentially invariable ideologies, like their hard-line stances against abortion and gay marriage. Rep. Steele, however inadvertently, has suggested that such ideologies keep the party in the past and do not allow it to adapt to the changing landscape of America. It is clear that Rep. Steele does not completely agree with the conservative agenda, but in an effort to establish leadership in the party, tries to follow the talking points provided to him by his colleagues. His deference to Rush Limbaugh and his lack of certainty on big issues make him an easy target for opposition. As the Republican party continues its struggle to find leadership and meaning in the minority, the party's relevance in today's society decreases. As long as the party remains in its current state, it will become increasingly easy for Pres. Obama to ignore them and push forward his impressive agenda, making healthcare available to millions, providing better educational opportunities for our children, and revolutionizing out energy portfolio.

And that is why it matters.

/theGHenius