In Online Politicking, Republicans Play Catch-Up

About 400 conservative activists, mostly from Texas, are expected for the "RightOnline" gathering this weekend, which will focus on improving conservative Internet efforts. Studies suggest there's no lack of Republicans online who are looking for political news or reading conservative blogs. But they aren't embracing the Internet for low-cost fund raising and organizing as fervently as Democratic activists. Young Republican Internet strategists argue things may not be that great now, but they're working on it. "We see where the left has a huge advantage over us, and we're getting killed online," said Erik Telford, manager of new media for Americans for Prosperity, a conservative advocacy group co-sponsoring the event.