at least I did not take it that way - Rudy and Mitt each presided over a Blue city or state so of course they had to make some accommodations that would be less than Reaganesque - but Thompson should not get a pass for his support of McCain-Feingold and other lapses. Fred's a good ol' boy but I am afraid he has the same leadership issue that HRC Obama and a few others have - when has he served as an executive? All I got from Rush's take is that on some central conservative issues, Fred doesn't have to explain his previous positions.
Mitt's transformation on the right to life may seem opportunistic, but I think he is sincere - and at least he made the transformation - Rudy never will.
All that being said, I would take any of the Republican candidates over Clinton or Obama.
The real key will be to take back the Senate - even with the White House, we will not get another Scalia, Thomas, Roberts or Alito with the Dems in charge - that is where the real battle for the rights of the innocents will take place - not in the oval office. |
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Here's the winning strategy, if Republicans will simply THINK for a change:
If we nominate Huckabee, we'll get EVERYBODY's vote.
The social conservatives will support him because of his positions on abortion and gay marriage, and, because he wants higher taxes and more regulation, he'll have a shot at the DEMOCRATIC vote.
I say we go for a fifty-state sweep, with Mike Huckabee as our Christian Leader! |
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anyone address Mitt's gaffe with Gays in the marriage he never said that his old comment was wrong and didn't even answer the question |
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really likes Fred...Considering he says he is the one person who did not display any moderateness or liberalism (versus everyone else that did)
"It was fascinating to me, as I said, to watch this because it hit me upside the head -- even though, as I say, I instinctively knew this -- that all of the top-tier candidates, because of these questions... See, there's always a silver lining in everything. There's always an upside. Some of you might not think of this as an upside or a silver lining, but the genuine moderate as opposed to conservative aspects of three of the top-tier, four of the top-tier candidates were on full-fledged display last night. There was one candidate who did not display any moderateness or liberalism or have any of his past forays into those areas displayed, and that candidate was Fred Thompson. Now, this is not an endorsement. You know, I don't endorse during primaries. I just point out: These are things I noticed, and I've told you during the course of this one campaign year that one of the things that's bothering me, is I'm a Reagan conservative, and I believe in conservatism. It's in my soul and it's in my heart, and I know it is the best way for us to manage our affairs to ensure the most prosperity for the most, to continue our freedom, to protect our country. " |
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If you look at the electoral college Romney gives Republicans the best chance to win. |
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Word has it Hillary wants to run against Rudy.....but that was before the blush was off her rose. The Dems are going to drop her just like they did Howard Dean.
Donna Brazille recently said,"Do we really want Bill Clinton back in the WH with extra time on his hands?" Just classic..... |
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Mitt Romney (R) vs. Hillary Clinton (D)
Clinton +11.0%
Rudy Giuliani (R) vs. Hillary Clinton (D)
Clinton +2.5%
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Bill set up a "shop" in Harlem, wow. what's he got interns coming by for interviews for white House pizza delivery? |
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Mitt needs all the help he can get, because both Rudy and he got hurt and their competition got help last night.
Both Rudy and Mitt will not run away with this, that means it will go down to the convention. That is great news. The more GOP candidates discuss and fight over the issues, the better. It keeps us in the news over the Dems and makes the convention more exciting.
I have been critical of Mitt, but if he is the top dog to come out of this I will support him. If Rudy prevails, I will support him. If McCain or Thompson prevail (and I like them in that order of preference), I would be thrilled. If Huckabee or Duncan Hunter prevails (unlikely but it is possible) I will support them.
It may still boil down to Rudy or Mitt. But nothing is guaranteed. And I think that helps the party. |
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Hugh dear, you are losing it.
Your latest column was riduclous. Read these opinions about your Romney infatuation.
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1932356/posts |
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"could have run in Rhode Island"
Not with Bill setting up shop in Harlem.
What is telling is that nobody, other than you, will answer the question. |
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"Republicans can nominate a conservative Republican and win in a landslide no matter who the Dems nominate. "
Wow.....thats all I can say. |
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"And Joe is right - I'm sure she is much more firghtened about going against a decent man like McCain and almostt anyone else."
I do not disaggree with that. The reality is McCain will not win the nomination.
I could be wrong, but I think she picked NY b/c it is such a liberal state.
Besides, I taliking about the today not a senate race several years ago. |
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Last week, Romney's campaign was "blowing up". Now she's saying Rush all but endorsed Thompson.
He did no such thing. He said Thompson was the only one who did not come across as a moderate - LAST NIGHT. But Rush hates McCain-Feingold, and he knows full well that Thompson was huge in that debacle. He also knows Thompson blew it on Chinagate. He also knows Thompson is not taking off.
Perhaps he gave Thompson a good word to bring Huck down a peg. He's not a Huck fan at all - yesterday he repeated the just of the critical arguments against Huck.
Rush has said many, many more positive things about both Romney and Rudy, than Fred. |
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Hillary is not the issue. Republicans can nominate a conservative Republican and win in a landslide no matter who the Dems nominate. The only reason it's close is because the GOP establishment insists on pushing a deeply flawed liberal like Rudy.
But for those of you who just insist on being spooked by noises in the shadows: Boo!!! It's the Hillary monster and she's coming to get you!!! Run!!! |
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Among Republicans in Iowa, 32% believe former Gov. Mike Huckabee won tonight's Republican debate; former Gov. Mitt Romney gets 16%, former Mayor Rudy Giuliani 12%, Sen. John McCain 10%, former Sen. Fred Thompson 7%, Rep. Ron Paul 6%.
Among Republicans in Florida, 44% believe Huckabee won the debate; Giuliani gets 18%, Romney 13%, McCain 10%, Thompson 5%.
http://www.pollster.com/blogs/poll_insideradvantage_post_de b.php
My guess is Huckabee did not have a problem with last nights format.
And Wake Up, I am not kidding myself, I know the GOP will shoot itself in the foot over McCain. That is the GOP's loss. |
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McCain has no chance.
Thus, given all the information available, who represents her dream come true match up?
Mitt or Rudy?
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Actually Hillary's biggest fear is going up against John McCain. |
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Every conservative I know seems to like Duncan Hunter, but unfortunately he can get no traction.
He deserves fair consideration.
The cable outlets have decided who is and who is not a "serious candidate" and we tend to follow their lead.
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Hillary was more than happy to go up against Rudy in New York.
Like she had any choice at the time.
He backed out.
Not b/c of her.
So I guess that question is answered.
Hardly
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Rush Limbaugh all but endorsed Fred Thompson today on his show.
He lambasted all the others, all showed their moderate sides last night, other than Thompson. He was speaking of the top tier only though. Didn't mention Hunter or Tank. |
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Giuliani.
Very few people thought he had a good showing.
What's interesting is how many people went after Mitt. You'd think that if they really believed Rudy was the frontrunner they'd have gone after him.
He imploded on his own. The big bully got pushed around by Romney. He looked weak.
In fact, I thought we was going to cry during that immigration exchange with Mitt his voice was trembling so much. His body language looked completely confounded. And then he couldn't let it go and ended up being booed. He's gotta get that temper under control. He stepped into a trap of his own making on that issue. That exchange right there was a sea-change. Rudy didn't look so tough, and his "toughness" is really all he has going for him. Mitt looked a lot tougher. And then when he refused to back down to McCain . . . he looked excellent. |
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If you are Hillary Clinton, who do you want to go up against in the general?
Romney or Giuliani?
Republicans should have the wisdom to deny her the desired match up and ultimately the Presidency. |
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This is a big positive and one of the few endorsements that may mean much.
I agree with Phil, concerns about Romney pale next to what Rudy would do to the Republican party. Romney is the only viable alternative at this point.
Huck is running as Rudy's VP (he will probably get used and then replaced by Rich Perry but that is another story).
McCain is a talented politician but he will not win and can't win unless Rudy withdraws. Fred has cratered. |
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"conservatives have to choose now to back Romney or tacitly agree to a Rudy nomination."
Or sit it out or vote for an independent candidate. To make sure that the next president has little power only requires electing a conservative Congress, (Dem or Rep controlled), and keep Hillary or Rudy under 40%, or better yet, under 35%. It just won't be good for anyone if Rudy becomes the nominee. Conservatives are winning if we can just not fall for this Rudy vs Hillary nonsense. |
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