Rudy is not a moderate Republican, he is a LIBERAL Republican.
He's very conservative on foreign policy and taxes as well.
I don't believe I will support Rudy in the primaries because I am pro-life, pro-gun and such, but lets face one thing: The things Rudy is liberal on aren't likely to be affected one way or another anytime soon, and the things he is good on, namely foreign policy, terrorism, and taxes, are much, much more likely to be big issues.
Overrated? Read "Prince Of The City", if you haven't already. The only other person in politics who has even attempted to take on the public sector unions is Schwarzenegger, and he's getting creamed.
As far as "abortion-loving", I seriously doubt Giuliani loves that operation. Gay rights? What would you like to do, make 'em all move to San Francisco?
As a politician in N.Y., isn't it s.o.p. to make deals with your constituency?
LIBERAL with an emphasis on the LLLLLLL!!!!! Republican!