Posted on 06/18/2004 3:59:50 PM PDT by RonDog
.
www.sfgate.com Return to regular view
GOP has star-power dilemma
How will party use Schwarzenegger?
- Carla Marinucci, Chronicle Political Writer
Friday, June 18, 2004With less than three months to go before the Republican National Convention in New York City, a prime-time cliffhanger is in the works over whether the Bush camp will use it or lose it -- the megawatt influence and star power of California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Among the most sensitive issues is whether Schwarzenegger, a GOP marquee name, will be given a prized prime-time speaking spot at the party's presidential convention August 30-Sept. 2 at Madison Square Garden.
On the pro side: As the party's star actor, Schwarzenegger would get worldwide attention, and -- to the delight of networks -- draw millions of potential viewers to the now scripted-for-television political convention.
On the con side: The White House worries about lavishing too much attention on one Republican elected official who has shown an uncanny ability to upstage the party's star, Bush himself. A prominent role for Schwarzenegger also could anger the Republican right wing, which opposes his social views on such issues as abortion and same-sex marriage.
Ken Mehlman, campaign manager for Bush-Cheney '04, in an interview with The Chronicle, made no commitment on the specific role the Bush team expects the California governor to play, saying only that Schwarzenegger "is one of the great leaders of our party.''
Asked about talk that the White House is worried Schwarzenegger might outshine Bush at the convention, Mehlman downplayed the matter, suggesting that Schwarzenegger is one of many stars in the GOP...
(Excerpt) Read more at sfgate.com ...
How was DC?
If O'Conner and Stevens retire in Bush`s second term, maybe we'll get a Kozenski and a Luddig to replace them. The librats would go bonkers.
It was fabulous; best trip we ever had.
I haven't forgotten the question about the cathedral; I have a reply, but I'll do it private; too long for the threads!
Take your time...I'll keep an eye out for it. Glad you had a nice trip!
>>>You have a pretty low threshhold for what you consider "liberalism".
There are four basic issues that define a conservative Republican. As stated in the Constitution, support for a strong national defense; supply-side economics/income tax cuts; limited govt/smaller govt and support for pro-life issues. Most librats don't support any of these issues. If you stand with GovRino, then you stand left of center on the political spectrum.
>>>You continue to break Reagan's 11th Commandment. You bring dishonor and disgrace to Ronald Reagan's name. Please stop using it. You do not represent him or his values. You bring nothing but shame to his name and his party.
Reagan's 11th commandment didn't apply to liberals and Democrats. Today we can add to that short list, the contemporary political animal known as, a RINO. That means GovRino is open to all the criticism I can muster. And from the looks of your remarks, its open season on you too.
The objective of conservatism is to triumph over liberalism. In fact, that's what FreeRepublic is all about. And for your information, Reagan didn't even create the slogan, "11th Commandment". It came from California state Republican chairman, Gaylord Parkinson in the 1960`s.
I use "Reagan" in my handle to honor a great man. I am a Reagan conservative. That drives you liberals crazy, but how I enjoy watching your juvenile outbursts.
I've got some news for ya, bucko. Tom McClintock is a Reagan conservative too. And JimRob thinks McClintock is a fine conservative.
"McClintock sounds like he's the man who can get the job done."
33 posted on 08/19/2003 10:38:31 PM MDT by Jim Robinson
California Needs Conservatism (by Rush Limbaugh)
"... the sooner Simon and Arnold will fold up their foundering campaigns and endorse the best conservative for the job. McClintock."
104 posted on 08/19/2003 11:39:54 PM MDT by Jim Robinson
California Needs Conservatism (by Rush Limbaugh)
"Well, I'm sadly disappointed that so many people have taken it upon themselves to attack McClintock so viciously. McClintock is a fine conservative with a great record and does not deserve this abuse. I can understand that people don't think he can beat Arnold due to his money, fame, name recognition and backing by Wilson and other big name Republicans, etc, but this does not mean McClintock should have his name and reputation dragged through the mud. Whatever happens this election, we will still need conservatives like McClintock in California. Wish we had more like him.
176 posted on 09/29/2003 3:01 PM PDT by Jim Robinson
Tom McClintock Supports the Liberty Belles Pro-Second Amendment Organization!!!!
Well, let's review what you said:
about half of all Republicans are pro-choice, just as about half of all Democrats are pro-life.
Sounds like "as many" to me, and I suspect to everyone else. No doubt you'll come back with some tortuous explanation as to why "as many" differs from "about half". For someone who doesn't like arguing semantics you're awfully loose with language (when it's to your benefit).
So let's recap what we've learned:
1. You flip. You flop. You flip again.
2. You redefine language...practically arguing the meaning of the word "is".
Cite Dingle-Norwood and I think you'll have the trifecta.
He promised he wouldn't be a spoiler. He stayed in the race anyways and it was only Schwarzenegger's immense popularity that prevented the vote from becoming spread enough for the GOP to lose.
Get those definitions and we can talk, but until then we may be comparing apples to oranges.
That's another strawman for you... same MO... strawmen, revision and insults. What I've said repeatedly is that he is a fiscal conservative, social moderate.
The fact that Issa, Simon and others may have pulled out, was of no consequence to McClintock's candidacy.
You're right... it would have fizzled anyways and one of them would have been running if Arnold hadn't stepped in. McClintock failed at piddly Controller's race in 2002 and I believe he also failed two statewide elections in the 90's. The majority of Californians aren't attracted to his hard conservative platform.
So there's no hard feelings between McClintock and the Governor.
In other words he is better behaved than his followers and knows the right will get further if we stick together with the moderates when necessary.
More dissembling. How predictable.
Sounds wonderful.... have a GREAT time :-) Just got back...the rally was small, but very classy.
The few news cameras there were obviously only interested in teenie soundbites, not even the great talks by congressman Duncan Hunter and others, including a POW admiral captured for 6 years in Viet Nam.
Hubby and I didn't stay for the barbecue, but we both really enjoyed Duncan Hunter.
Coming back to this thread after a motivational rally by real men whose real efforts are making a real difference, kinda puts things in perspective.
Arnold is one of those real men, in the trenches.
A lot more then you have that's a fact. I'll match political history and resumes with you anytime.
>>>Actions speak louder than hollow, self-righteous words.
After you give your personal blood, sweat and tears in seven presidential campaigns for GOP candidates, covering 36 years and two diffreent states; several Senate campaigns for GOP candidates; several House campaigns for GOP candidates and even a few campaigns for local folks running for City council, then you come back and we'll talk.
I was even a co-founder of one of the first HS Young Republicans clubs in NYCity and was a member of the NY State Conservative Party. The only sanctioned conservative party in the nation.
>>>You are the RINO, and perhaps a closet liberal in conservative clothing too, just here to create friction.
LMBO! Boy oh boy, you're having a rough time on FR today. More juvenile rhetoric, from a juvenile FReeper.
>>>No true follower of Reagan would weild his Reagan's name like some holy relic the way you do.
LOL Man of man. You're the one whose been attacking me with emotional outbursts. Par for the course. Can't win the arugment, so you revert to trash talk. Pathetic!
>>>You don't know the first thing about him.
I forgot more about Ronald Reagan's political career and public life, then you'll ever know.
By Arnold's own words, he is a social liberal. Until he proves otherwise, he's a fiscal liberal in my book. You're still in denial and can't face the facts.
>>>McClintock failed at piddly Controller's race in 2002
Piddly? LOL In that race, McClintock recieved more GOP votes, then anyother Republican who ran that year from coast to coast. And if Arnold hadn't bullied his way into the recall camapaign, McClintock would have beat Bustamonte.
LOL
Your FLIPPER theme was great.
Although Flipper is almost too darn cute to represent crusty ol' Kerry.
I'd love to see him as a burnt pancake...flat & flakey.
Bashing Arnold will not help Bush.
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.