How to become a Conservative in 4 Embarrassing Steps (

http://www.alternet.org/tea-party-and-right/how-become-conservative-four-embarrassing-steps?akid=12865.294211.i-k4GF&rd=1&src=newsletter1032964&t=8

Not that we'd want to. But many Americans, perplexingly, have taken that path in the last ten years.

The language of true conservatives often turns to denial, dismissal, and/or belligerence, without verifiable facts of any substance. There is also evidence for delusional thinking and a lack of empathy. Here are four ways to be just like them.

1. Ignore Facts
2.  . Make Up Your Own Facts
3. Display No Empathy for Others
4. Shout Down Your Opponents

If nothing else works, belligerence will. Many of the top right-wingers use this strategy. John McCain told Code Pink protestors to "Get out of here, you low-life scum.