What we should really consider

Nicholas D. Kristoff
"Sure, Mr. Brownback is to the right of Attila the Hun, and I disagree with him on just about every major issue. But 'tis the season for brotherly love, so let me point to reasons for hope. Members of the Christian right, exemplified by Mr. Brownback, are the new internationalists, increasingly engaged in humanitarian causes abroad - thus creating opportunities for common ground between left and right on issues we all care about."
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"But the biggest obstacle to American engagement on international issues has been a lack of constituency for them, and that may be changing - if both sides can hold their noses and cooperate. Frankly, Democrats aren't going to accomplish much on their own over the next four years, but by working with the likes of Mr. Brownback they might register real progress on sex trafficking, an African-American history museum, malaria and immigration reform. That would be a much better use of the next four years than sulking. "

Well, I cannot complain too much about this article. And it hardly falls into the category of Republicans giving Democrats advice. But, it does encourage Democrats to reach out to Republicans on certain issues that were traditionally our issues. I think Mr. Kristoff has a point. I think reaching out to Christian organizations who engange in humanitarian relief is a great way to show that we (Democrats) are willing to cross party lines to support causes that reflect our values. Its an area where we can really push our agenda, return to our roots as the party with a heart and work with the people on the other side of the aisle.