Jimmyt, you probably understand that most people criticize on the basis of stereotypes. Given that Republican Bush is running the US at the present time, the temptation to give in to stereotype thinking is almost overwhelming, as he is the consummate stereotypical rightwinger. Couple that with what he has done to the country, and the urge to "bash" rightwingers becomes almost obligatory, out of a strong sense of frustration.

If the next President of the US was a moderate, decent Republican, I think you would see attacks on rightwingers diminish sharply.