The Stupid Party

Recently, Bobby Jindal said that Republicans "must stop being the stupid party":

It’s time for a new Republican party that talks like adults. It’s time for us to articulate our plans and visions for America in real terms. We had a number of Republicans damage the brand this year with offensive and bizarre comments. We’ve had enough of that. (via Real Clear Politics)

I think the problem runs a little deeper than that and, with apologies to Jeff Foxworthy, I submit that:

If you don't believe in evolution, you're stupid.

If you think "global warming" is just something scientists made up, well you just might be stupid.

In fact, if you use the word "believe" to question scientific conclusions and you are not, yourself, a scientist, you're very probably stupid.

This list could go on and on with the "offensive and bizarre" talking points that have become the mantras of the Republican party. I'm reminded of Rachel Maddow's excellent statement after the election. We need Republicans to stop disputing the facts and start proposing constructive solutions on how to approach solving the real problems we all face.