Here’s a question I’ve periodically pondered: How is Paula Dockery, the high-profile, former Republican state legislator, still a Republican?
She’s progressive on a litany of issues, a critic of Rick Scott and often uses her column forum to bash Republican mindsets. Most recently she acknowledged that “Democratic voters seem to be more issue-oriented and fact-based. … They care more about the environment, renewable energy, criminal justice reform, universal health care and economic inequality.” Among other traits, Republicans are “less tolerant” and “respond strongly to fear and anger.”
“So why remain a Republican?” I asked. As it turns out, the end may be near.
“This election might be the final straw,” responded Dockery. “I might be an NPA by the end of the year.”