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Title: Only one GOP candidate can defeat Obama: Ron Paul
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The Collegian
URL Source: http://collegian.csufresno.edu/2011 ... ate-can-defeat-obama-ron-paul/
Published: Apr 29, 2011
Author: Tony Petersen
Post Date: 2011-04-29 01:23:45 by Hondo68
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Keywords: emulate George W. Bush, probable nominee is Romney, nation of liberty once again
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Earlier this month, President Barack Obama, unsurprisingly, announced his bid to keep the same job for four more years. Though the president hasn’t had exactly what you could call a smooth first term, he will be a formidable foe to the Republican nominee. And just who might that Republican be? Answer: nobody knows. Many fringe candidates have either thrown their hat into the ring or have been talked about as potential candidates. The list is as long as it is yawn-worthy: Gary Johnson, the pro-choice, pot smoking former governor of New Mexico; Jon Huntsman, the U.S. ambassador to China under the Obama administration. There’s Rick Santorum, who the last time we heard from him was busy losing a Senate seat in Pennsylvania by 18 points; Herman Cain, the Tea Party phenomenon that no Tea Partier has heard of; Tim Pawlenty, the former governor of Minnesota, whose campaign strategy has been to emulate George W. Bush’s policy positions. There’s Mitch Daniels, the Indiana governor who would fit better in a classroom than in a political campaign; and John Bolton, the ultra-hawk Bush-era ambassador to the United Nations. These candidates, frankly, do not have a chance. There are a few who have legitimate opportunities to win the nomination, but every potential candidate has a fatal flaw that will doom him or her in a race against the politically adept Obama. Newt Gingrich, the Clinton-era Speaker of the House, is likely running. His infidelities will be a big problem, but his biggest problem is that he’s likely the most unpopular Republican in America. Sarah Palin probably won’t run, but she has a lot of support among social conservatives. Her problem is that she is incredibly partisan, which may result in notoriety and huge support from her base, but also results in incredibly high negatives. She won’t get independent support, which is needed in a general election. Donald Trump should not be seen as a legitimate candidate, but alas, according to polls, he cannot be ignored. He likely is just trying to get attention, but he will not survive a vetting process by the media and the opposition. I suspect there is too much in his past. The two who, according to polls and the media, have the best chance of winning are Mike Huckabee and Mitt Romney, the two men who finished second and third behind John McCain the last time around. Huckabee is very popular among Republicans and independents, and his Fox News show has kept him in the spotlight. However, he has proven to be gaffe-prone, and has not shown whether he can increase his support outside his evangelical base. Don’t bet on Huckabee. The probable nominee is Romney. He is the most politically savvy of the bunch, and he certainly looks the part. However, even if he does win the nomination, he has one huge problem — Romneycare. He will not be able to successfully combat Obama in the general election when the single biggest policy the president passed was based partly on legislation Romney passed as governor of Massachusetts. Who then could actually challenge Obama? Who could actually bring change to the government? The one man who could is Ron Paul. Before you scoff and say that Paul could never get elected, know this: Paul does better than every candidate except Huckabee and Romney in the polls against Obama. According to Public Policy Polling, his favorability rating in Iowa, an important early caucus state, is better than every candidate except Huckabee. In New Hampshire, an important early primary state, his favorability rating is better than every candidate except Romney. In one poll last year, he lost to Obama by just one point. Paul, who announced the formation of an exploratory committee yesterday, is a serious candidate with serious ideas, whether it be opposing military intervention overseas, advocating a strong dollar or promoting a balanced budget. Most of all, as his new book “Liberty Defined” makes plenty clear, he knows how to make America a nation of liberty once again. “We must come to imagine liberty again,” says Paul, “and believe that it can be a reality. In order to do this, we do not need songs, slogans, rallies, programs, or even a political party. All we need is access to good ideas, some degree of idealism, and the courage to embrace the liberty that so many great people of the past have embraced.” One way to embrace it is by supporting one of the great people of the present — Ron Paul.
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#1. To: hondo68 (#0)
Give me a fuckin break. This kook couldn't get elected outside of his weird district. Sheesh, the Paulies are no better than the Lyndon LaRoush cult memembers.
I hear you knockin...go back where you been....
So who might you propose, instead of Paul?
I'd love to see Paul Ryan.
I hear you knockin...go back where you been....
ARE YOU LOST??
lmao....nope, just had to do a couple of things here in the office, leaving now.
I hear you knockin...go back where you been....
I had a feeling that was where you were at! &;-)
Sheesh, the Paulies are no better than the Lyndon LaRoush cult memembers. I can why several posters consider you a prime candidate for a government controlled insane asylum; somewhat like BorisY.
If we're sitting at 9% unemployment, less than 2% economic growth, and gas prices over $4 a gallon, Bozo the Clown will be able to beat Obama. That's exactly where we are today. I don't see things getting better.
Oh please. The guy doesn't have any executive experience. Mitch Daniels has the right background to be President. So did Haley Barbour, but he decided not to run.
No experience needed to get elected. hObama proves that.
I recall a re-run of MASH I saw where this uber right winger named Colonel Flagg... And look how much he has screwed things up. Not only is Obama a leftist ideologue, he's also an incompetent boob who never ran anything in his live except his mouth prior to getting elected President. In the history of the U.S., only three sitting Senators (Warren Harding, John Kennedy, and Barack Obama) were elected President. James Garfield was the only sitting House member to be elected President. After Obama, the people are not going to make this mistake again. Americans like electing governors and military generals to the Oval Office. Mitch Daniels needs to run. He's done a great job in Indiana. He put a leash on the government bureaucrat unions. He cut spending. He implemented the most expansive school choice program in the country. Next week, Indiana will be first state to ban Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood. Daniels the right guy to be the next President.
Boofer claims that he lives on a cliff. Maybe that wasn't too far from the truth...
America...My Kind Of Place...
Better hope Trump runs then.
All PDF files have layers. Get over it.
I enjoy his annoying *chuckles* ... it is symptomatic of what is wrong in America.
Like your opinion carrys weight with me, bucky (laughing)
I hear you knockin...go back where you been....
Nobody has the level of executive experience required on day one as POTUS. Thats a quaint point of view you have, which means nobody can possibly meet your criteria.
I hear you knockin...go back where you been....
Obama and Ryan have ZERO executive experience. The board of directors of EVERY company on earth do not allow people with ZERO executive experience to become their CEOs. They just don't. Mitch Daniels is the right guy to become the next President. He has the right experience and he has the right views. If doesn't run, I will vote for another executive named Donald Trump, just because the system needs to be shaken up.
I have a problem with his free trade views. He also wants to make the Patriot Act permanent. There's a lot to like with Ryan, but some deal breakers too, for me at least.
Trump is an extraordinarily successful businessman. I hope he does run. He will help inform the debate.
With Trump there will be no debate. It's always his way or no way. The first time he's pressured to answer something he doesn't want to he'll walk out.
"I don't know where he is. I have no idea and I really don't care. It's not that important. It's not our priority." - George W. Bush
Do you like girls??? There have been numerous studies of women that show that they like "confident" men. BUT, what women really mean is that they like arrogant men. Trump is an arrogant SOB. So am I. I voted for Perot in 92. People are more angry today. If Trump runs, he can win. I will support him.
The few positions of Pauls that I don't agree with. Are he doesn't support constitutional amendment to end abortion. He doesn't support constitutional amendment to ban queers from pretending they are married. I don't agree with him on legalizing all drugs. If he is for legalizing all drugs.
I could vote for him. He is in my top spots at present.
Donald Trump / Rand Paul
I would certainly vote that ticket. It would be a master move by Trump if he makes it that far.
We'll see what happens my friend. I want someone who has the courage to fix the obvious problems. That's not RINO Romney. In 1988, I decided that I won't hold my nose any longer and vote for the lesser evils. I voted for Ron Paul. I voted for Perot in 92. I even voted for Nader in 2004 (he wanted a flat rate tax and out of Iraq). I love Ron and Rand Paul. Trump would help break up the corrupt system. I could support Mitch Daniels too. Haley Barbour is not running. Other than that, no...
I would never vote for Daniels. He hates social conservatives and supports amnesty.
This week Mitch Daniels will sign the first bill in any of the 50 states that eliminates Medicaid funding to Planned Parented Hood. The GOP State House and Senate passed the bill last week. Daniels said that he will sign it this week. Indiana will be the ONLY state that prohibits Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, thanks to Mitch Daniels and the the Indiana GOP legislature.
The GOP State House and Senate passed the bill last week. Daniels said that he will sign it this week. Campaign smoke and mirrors. I just know he supports amnesty and he talks bad about social conservatives. I've never heard of him until recently.
I'm not sure about amnesty. I don't know his record in that area. I certainly don't support this. What does Daniels support? What has he said? What has he done? What is record? I'd like to know.
I think Hondo posted something about it.
I'd like to know. Some things are here, not a whole lot though..... ontheissues.org/Mitch_Daniels.ht m Whatever you don't see and you want to know just Google "Mitch Daniels stance on......." and it should bring some things up.
"I love the 45 caliber M1911, I respect the 9MM M9 Beretta but I only carry a CZ for my own personal protection". Quote courtesy of Lt Col John Dean Cooper, recognized as the Father of Modern Handgunning (_*_)
http://24ahead.com/indiana-gov-mitch-daniel-immigration-not-good-not-enough-inf An April 12, 2006 article says (link): Daniels also was asked about his opinions on illegal immigrants and the recent marches that took place in Indianapolis and South Bend Monday... "I don’t think I know anyone that doesn’t want the law obeyed,” he said. “But these folks are vital for businesses. I’m hopeful the federal government will find a way to tighten borders and address the issue of citizenship... “I’m all for people with hopes and dreams who want to come here and work, but I think they should have requirements. They need to be a good citizen, a contributing citizen. They need to learn English and pay taxes. “It ought not be under conditions of illegality.” His position on foreign citizens who've defied our laws marching in our streets, making a show of force and making demands is a bit blase, to say the least. The rest of his comments are code words for amnesty and a guest workers program. 2. The Dec 5, 2005 Associated Press article "Guest-worker program supported by governor" says (link, link): President Bush's proposal for a guest-worker program as a way of addressing illegal immigration is gaining support from Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels, as well as from organizations to help the growing immigrant population... "These people are here and are prepared to work hard," Daniels told the Post-Tribune of Merrillville. "We need to find a way to deal with those issues" that prevent them from staying legally.
So will that mean we can deport those currently on Welfare, since they "DON'T" want to work?????
"I love the 45 caliber M1911, I respect the 9MM M9 Beretta but I only carry a CZ for my own personal protection". Quote courtesy of Lt Col John Dean Cooper, recognized as the Father of Modern Handgunning (_*_)
Paul is not for legalizing all drugs. He just wants the Fed out of the drug enforcement business. He believes States could and would still enforce their own drug laws. At least that's my understanding.
1. An April 12, 2006 article says (link): Daniels also was asked about his opinions on illegal immigrants and the recent marches that took place in Indianapolis and South Bend Monday... "I don’t think I know anyone that doesn’t want the law obeyed,” he said. “But these folks are vital for businesses. I’m hopeful the federal government will find a way to tighten borders and address the issue of citizenship... “I’m all for people with hopes and dreams who want to come here and work, but I think they should have requirements. They need to be a good citizen, a contributing citizen. They need to learn English and pay taxes. “It ought not be under conditions of illegality.” His position on foreign citizens who've defied our laws marching in our streets, making a show of force and making demands is a bit blase, to say the least. The rest of his comments are code words for amnesty and a guest workers program. 2. The Dec 5, 2005 Associated Press article "Guest-worker program supported by governor" says (link, link): President Bush's proposal for a guest-worker program as a way of addressing illegal immigration is gaining support from Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels, as well as from organizations to help the growing immigrant population... "These people are here and are prepared to work hard," Daniels told the Post-Tribune of Merrillville. "We need to find a way to deal with those issues" that prevent them from staying legally. Bush's guest worker program was one of the most anti- and un-American plans I've ever heard proposed by someone who wasn't an explicit enemy of the U.S. 3. On the plus side, this 2004 editorial says: "Critics such as gubernatorial candidate Mitch Daniels said we shouldn't reward illegal immigrants with (drivers licenses." 4. Returning to the negative side, this refers to "Gov. Mitch Daniels' decision to lease the Indiana Toll Road to a foreign company" 5. The video at peekURL.com/vubqgei is entitled 'Governor Mitch Daniels on "Embracing Immigration"'; watching it is left as an exercise but it's probably not good. Mitch Daniels is an anti-American bushbot globalist like most of the candidates. I refuse to vote for evil/crap candidates.
I recall a re-run of MASH I saw where this uber right winger named Colonel Flagg... I saw him this morning on Fox. He has zero chance of beating Owe-bama, for several reasons. One of which is he looks like he died six hours ago....
I hear you knockin...go back where you been....
There's a lot to like with Ryan, but some deal breakers too, for me at least. I don't have a problem with free trade. I do think we should eliminate the Patriot Act, for the simple reason its never led to the capture of a single terrorist as we were led to believe it would when it passed. I still want him in the primaries. He's wiped the floor with Owe-bama on economic issues, and Owe-bama care multiple times now. The coming election won't be about national security, it will be about the economy. As it usually is.
I hear you knockin...go back where you been....
The fact is Ron Paul is nothing more than a kook's political hand grenade with the pin pulled. He's demonstrated it in multiple national election cycles several times. At this point its amusing anyone takes his next ego indulgence (running AGAIN for POTUS) seriously.
I hear you knockin...go back where you been....
I could definitely live with that.
I'd like to see Paul in the primaries too.
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#2. To: Badeye (#1)
#3. To: We The People (#2)
#4. To: Badeye (#3)
#5. To: Murron (#4)
#6. To: Badeye (#5)
#7. To: Badeye, BorisY (#1)
Give me a fuckin break. This kook couldn't get elected outside of his weird district.
#8. To: hondo68 (#0)
(Edited)
Only one GOP candidate can defeat Obama: Ron Paul
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#9. To: Badeye (#3)
I'd love to see Paul Ryan.
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#10. To: jwpegler (#9)
Oh please. The guy doesn't have any executive experience.
"We (government) need to do a lot less, a lot sooner" ~Ron Paul
Godwinson posted on 2011-02-23 11:47:32 ET
http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=18011&Disp=46#C46
#11. To: hondo68 (#10)
No experience needed to get elected. hObama proves that.
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#12. To: buckeroo (#7)
#13. To: jwpegler (#8)
Bozo the Clown will be able to beat Obama.
#14. To: war (#12)
#15. To: buckeroo (#7)
#16. To: jwpegler (#9)
Oh please. The guy doesn't have any executive experience.
#17. To: Badeye (#16)
(Edited)
Nobody has the level of executive experience required on day one as POTUS
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#18. To: Badeye (#3)
I'd love to see Paul Ryan.
#19. To: Skip Intro (#13)
Better hope Trump runs then.
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#20. To: jwpegler (#19)
I hope he does run. He will help inform the debate.
#21. To: Skip Intro (#20)
It's always his way or no way
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#22. To: Badeye (#1)
Give me a fuckin break. This kook couldn't get elected outside of his weird district.
#23. To: jwpegler (#21)
If Trump runs, he can win. I will support him.
#24. To: A K A Stone (#23)
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#25. To: jwpegler (#24)
#26. To: A K A Stone (#25)
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#27. To: jwpegler (#26)
I could support Mitch Daniels too
#28. To: A K A Stone (#27)
(Edited)
He hates social conservatives
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#29. To: jwpegler (#28)
This week Mitch Daniels will sign the first bill in any of the 50 states that eliminates Medicaid funding to Planned Parented Hood.
#30. To: A K A Stone (#29)
"Everything that can be invented has been invented."-- Charles Duell, Commissioner of US Patent Office, 1899
#31. To: jwpegler, hondo 68 (#30)
#32. To: jwpegler (#30)
What does Daniels support? What has he said? What has he done? What is record?
#33. To: CZ82, jwpegler (#32)
#34. To: A K A Stone (#33)
These people are here and are prepared to work hard," Daniels told the Post-Tribune of Merrillville. "We need to find a way to deal with those issues" that prevent them from staying legally.
#35. To: A K A Stone (#22)
I don't agree with him on legalizing all drugs. If he is for legalizing all drugs.
#36. To: A K A Stone (#31)
24ahead.com/indiana-gov-m...n-not-good-not-enough-inf
"We (government) need to do a lot less, a lot sooner" ~Ron Paul
Godwinson posted on 2011-02-23 11:47:32 ET
http://libertysflame.com/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=18011&Disp=46#C46
#37. To: jwpegler (#11)
Mitch Daniels needs to run.
#38. To: We The People (#18)
I have a problem with his free trade views. He also wants to make the Patriot Act permanent.
#39. To: A K A Stone (#22)
#40. To: Badeye (#38)
I still want him in the primaries.
#41. To: Badeye (#39)
The fact is Ron Paul is nothing more than a kook's political hand grenade with the pin pulled.
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