To: TN4Liberty; prairiebreeze
Entertaining is a very shallow word to use. I would prefer words like inspiring, motivating, and convincing. Leadership qualities that Fred possesses infrequently to my utter dismay. I’m a Christian social conservative and I made no secret here that I like Mike, and could easily pull the lever for Fred as well. The truth sometimes can be difficult. But Fred needs more than conservative credentials and ideas but needs to connect with a broader range of Conservatives than yourself. If I say “the Great Communicator” who do you think of? Fred does not come to mind, at least for me. Reagan had a very good understanding of this concept. Fred SHOULD, and that’s whats so frustrating about him. “There he goes again” every heard that? How about “No hands today”. I’m sure even you enjoyed that. Fred needs a lot more of this to connect. But he waits until no one is watching. Further, it's important for everyday folks to identify with him. Maybe only Elite Conservative think-tankers are worthy of Fred. How much of the Electorate do they make up?
43 posted on
12/17/2007 3:48:54 PM PST by
topfile
To: topfile
Fred is leagues above Huckabee in both conservativism and ideas. I thought at one point, if forced, I could possibly hold my nose and pull the lever for Huckabee.
Until I found out how soft on criminals he is.
NO THANK YOU!
And yes, if catchy phrases and slogans is what does it for you, then I’d say you are swayed by charisma and entertainer qualities. Personally, I prefer ideas, plans and platforms.
Which is where Thompson has Huckabee beat hand over fist.
44 posted on
12/17/2007 3:54:16 PM PST by
prairiebreeze
(I am unapologetically celebrating CHRISTMAS!!)
To: topfile
Huck does have executive experience as a governor, is an approachable person and a moral man, so I am not surprised people support him. But I don’t know why Fred is any more qualified to be Prez than Michelle Malkin, Rush or Anne Coulter.
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