That was also a problem with the Repubs. They actively sought out endorsements from the fringe right. They were proudly displaying the endorsements from right wing Christian Conservatives. They were equating religion with Conservatism. I think an example of this type of religious connection to the elections was Elizabeth Dole's campaign ad saying Kay Hagen was Godless - many commentators believe this cost her the election. They also courted groups that basically said that you weren't patriotic if you were a Democrat, that if you don't support Bush, you were against our troops. I think Americans were tired of having morality and patriotism shoved down their throats by the Republicans.