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14 years ago @ RSample.com - Yet another deal, yet ... · 0 replies · +1 points

I think there are some fundamental differences between the parties. Problem is - those in leadership in the GOP do not want to emphasize those differences. The frustration of the rank and file Republicans - especially the Freshman - is that they were elected to change the way Washington and the party does business. These deals - both last years Super Committee and this 2-month extension - continue to take the knees right out.

I am convinced that if the GOP sticks to the historic principles of less government, less taxes, strong national security, and more individual responsibility - and figure out how to get that message out - they will not only win elections, but reignite the soul of America.

Ron Paul certainly walks to his own drummer - and is not afraid to be different. I cannot support him because he is an isolationist and his adherence to some core Libertarian platforms that I cannot support.

14 years ago @ RSample.com - No – You Don’t Hav... · 0 replies · +1 points

Dave -

1. In our country - 18. That is when the child can vote, be drafted, and is legally responsible for debts.
2. Because they are children, the parents are responsible for overseeing their kids, and for any havoc they may cause. In this case, I think the parents should strip their children of non-school related internet, ground them until they are 35, do some sort of community service, and of course apologize to their principals, They did just the opposite - and probably condoned all the lawsuits.

15 years ago @ Breitbart.com - Republicans \'set for ... · 0 replies · +2 points

I agree - stay on message of smaller government, reduced taxes, and individual responsibility.

I do hope Boehner and other career politicians realize that the Tea Party and other conservatives are critical of all who go us into this mess - including Republicans who thought they could spend just like the Dems. Is the GOP foolish enough to try to ignore or marginalize this conservative movement?

15 years ago @ Breitbart.com - Tea party rallies seek... · 0 replies · +1 points

"It's no secret that for the past year, House Republicans and their candidates have all embraced the Tea Party and Right Wing fringe in order to win votes," Ryan Rudominer, a spokesman for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, said in an e-mail. "As a result, the Republican Party agenda has become the Tea Party agenda and vice versa, and that's what will be on full display this weekend at these Right Wing rallies."

What the Republican party is finally waking up to is that conservatism works - both politically and - more importantly - practically. The Tea Party - at its heart - stands for smaller government, minimal taxes, and individual responsibility. Those indeed are the core values of the Republican party - at least up until a few years ago.

The GOP - along with the help and guidance of the Tea Party and other conservative groups - needs to stick to these principles. So what if they are called Right Wing - we know better. So what if President Obama rains down populist hatred - people are seeing through that more and more. Stick to a conservative route - and we will see changes in 2010 - and 2012.

15 years ago @ Breitbart.com - Philly newspaper drive... · 0 replies · +1 points

The unions want a guaranteed pension instead of a 401(k)? Planning for retirement is important, yes - but it is not the responsibility of companies nor the government to make it happen.

Just think what would have happened if these union members had instead invested their union dues into IRAs and other sound, diversified accounts?

16 years ago @ Big Journalism - On a Day That Will Liv... · 0 replies · +3 points

The EO just gives Stupak and others the political cover they need. They can lay it on the president's door during the next election - claiming that they either forced the White House into complying with their wishes (if the EO is held up) or were betrayed by the leadership (if the EO is changed).

Problem is - with today's new media - that kind of political move won't work.

16 years ago @ Big Journalism - On a Day That Will Liv... · 2 replies · +2 points

Let us hope that his people are far smarter - and possess more integrity.

16 years ago @ Breitbart.com - Romney says he should ... · 0 replies · +1 points

Romney did not have a chance - as the media was backing McCain all through the primaries - in order to mow him down in the general elections.

I do hope he runs in 2012. He would clean the floor with Obama in any debate, he is a good speaker, and fairly conservative. I also think he is quietly building his network - and is determined not to crest too quickly.

16 years ago @ Big Journalism - Jesse Jr.'s 'Kinsley G... · 1 reply · +2 points

They are doing exactly as expected. Now that the bill has passed - they can be honest about its problems - but "health care is important." I have a feeling that Democrats will be falling over themselves pointing out the deficiencies in this bill - but justifying it all by saying "it is a start."

16 years ago @ Big Journalism - On a Day That Will Liv... · 4 replies · +7 points

Now the question is - will his district vote against him in the primaries - but still elect a Democrat into office? Will they elect a moderate Republican? Or, will they - as other districts should - learn from their mistakes and elect a conservative into office.

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