Once the system stops rewarding their bullshit, they'll shape up quickly.

I saw some people the other day trying to credit Reagan to Goldwater, but I suspect it had more to do with Nixon cleaning house in '73. Arresting countless commies, only to be later released by Clinton. Once the leadership was gone, Americans returned to kindness and unity (say what you like about Carter, he was too kind for DC, which made him a poor leader).

Once the system stops rewarding their bullshit, they'll shape up quickly.