Posted on 01/23/2012 11:48:30 PM PST by 2ndDivisionVet
The president of the influential Christian organisation Family Leader has said Republican candidate Mitt Romney "will not be the eventual nominee" despite leading the polls for the nomination.
Bob Vander Plaats told the International Business Times UK that 75-80 percent of Republicans across the US do not want Romney. "The only reason why he is ahead is because there hasn't been a real alternative," said Plaats. "But now it looks like Gingrich is going to be that person."
Plaats, who initially endorsed former Pennsylvania senator Rick Santorum, carries significant political clout within the Republican Party.
He said: "When I endorsed Santorum in December he was on five percent. He ended up winning the Iowa caucus."
But with Santorum now looking shakier and Gingrich rising in the polls, Plaats said he would now endorse his close friend for the nomination.
"I would full-heartedly endorse Gingrich," he said. "He has been a good and loyal friend to me throughout the years."
Plaats saw the ABC interview with Gingrich's ex-wife as a "hit piece" by the network and rigorously defended Gingrich
"For the people of faith, we base it on the centrepiece of forgiveness," said Plaats. "We've all fallen and none of us are perfect.
"Our faith is concerned not where you start but where you end up. Newt has been very transparent that he has fallen on his knees before God, asked for his forgiveness."
Plaats claimed that his endorsement and that of others within the Christian faith would "not just win the nominee for the party, but for President of the United Sates".
I'm telling Todd.
No problem on Romney. I detest him.
I will also make sure I am respectful of Newt.
I read 'Mitt'.
I suck.
Do you know if he has specifically said anything about Daniels?
No truer words have ever been spoken. I can't remember where I read or heard it, but Newt saying it was a mistake sitting on that couch w/ stretch pelosi was a mistake.
Everytime I heard or saw Newt, that was the image that came to mind. I could not let go of it...until I heard Newt say it was a mistake.
"Forgive my trespasses as I forgive those who trespass against me".
The only problem w/ mittens, is that in his mind he has done nothing wrong; therefore, needs nor seeks ANY forgiveness.
Certainly not a Christian. We ALL fall short. mittens seems to be the only one who thinks he doesn't.
YIPE”S
They HAVE the truth...
Even better:
Matthew 6:15But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
“Has JimRob ruled on Mitch yet? I know I am in the minority here, but I really like him. Not sure if I am allowed to publicly support him on here though. Anybody know for sure? I love FR and want to make sure I don’t inadvertently break any rules.”
First, Daniels is an IDIOT for selling off the Indiana Toll Road. But regardless, it appears that he won’t be running. The problem will be that if he runs, and is perceived (correctly) to be an Establishment Tool to keep a conservative from getting the nomination, then, yes, your entire history on this site will be in danger if you support him to the point of calling Newt an jerk, or equivalent. If you like Daniels, you’ll probably live another day...but if you attack our front-runner...your days may be numbered.
Just my observations - not a threat.
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