We have a similar problem here too (Australia). Other Politicians from the opposing party spend time nitpicking things that were done in the distant past. It b

We have a similar problem here too (Australia). Other Politicians from the opposing party spend time nitpicking things that were done in the distant past. It becomes a big deal when anyone does a 'backflip'. I don't have proof, but I would wager that certain politicians stick to supporting things they no longer believe in, just to avoid this kind of thing.