We know in Washington state that organizations such as the Washington Roundtable have pushed for increased transportation and education funding, which is opposed by many Republican lawmakers.

Well, the trend is nationwide, according this this Wall Street Journal article, as business-oriented Republicans are leaving the party because of its emphasis on social issues. Disaffection with the war is another factor. Then again, Congress has even lower poll numbers than the president.

Question: Are you more or less enamored with your party since 2000?