“How do you think your positions are viewed by the electorate as a whole?”
Honestly, I don’t care! However, as I wrote elsewhere, I think Santorum’s positions aren’t seen as extreme as all the screaming here would indicate. Otherwise, why did he win in AL and MS? Obviously, he resonates with some.
Also, I think Obama is so terrible unpopular that even a “Social Conservative” like Santorum can beat him. However, IF the lawless/libertarian/libertine streak I sense here on FR is that virulent? I think the Santorum haters here are more ridiculous on this than the general electorate.
Also, be realistic. Do you really think that the general electorate will believe that Santorum can stop the use of birth control on his own, or even stop internet porn?
Do I think Newt is the better choice. Most definitely yes. However, the people voing in the GOP apparently don’t agree. Do you want a Romney even near sitting in the chair of POTUS? That scares me.
Much of the concern here is due to how many believe Rick’s views will be received by the country as a whole especially when there are much more important issues like out of control government growth, high unemployment, and rising gas prices. Many ask themselves what good are family values if I can’t feed my family?
Ignore the last comment and let us focus on the path upon which we are agreed, because I am with you there.