That's like saying you are still single once you get married because they were both true at one time. Times change. Thoughts change. Intentions change.
I have always liked Mel Watt. I have tried to hate him, but I can't. Mel Watt is from my home state of North Carolina. I used to work at UPS for many years (in NC) with a guy who looks just like him. His last name was Watt too. What a great guy he was, funny and loved by all. They could have literally been twins. Every time I see Watt on TV or a video clip all I see is my friend. By that same logic I believe my friend Watt is going to save the day.
P.S. I'm a Republican too. I know it sounds crazy, but it is true.