http://talkingpointsmemo.com/livewi...ecorded-while-talking-shutdown-strategy-video
He's probably right. Refusing to negotiate doesn't seem like it's an effective, poll tested position. Neither is republicans shutting down the government, but I believe their messaging seems effective. Which is why I was shocked Boehner let them put contraceptive bullshit into their earlier CR; it fucks their entire message.
Latest CBS poll has GOP only being blamed more than Obama by 9 points. If this prolongs, that may decrease.
Personally I'm starting to believe we'll see some type of two sided cave. Republicans give up on Obamacare, democrats give up entitlement cuts. Which...is a ridiculous notion of compromise but ultimately I'm beginning to think republicans might "win" this. I think Boehner's last minute grand bargain idea was specifically meant to distract Obama, who also wants a grand bargain.