I agree completely. Bush sure as heck isn't perfect, but given our choices he clearly is much preferred. Bush spends a lot of money, Kerry will spend much, much more in less productive ways. To be honest, a Kerry win may actually be better for conservatism, as it may allow the GOP to return to a more conservative vision and make a 2008 win much easier, but it would be terrible for America. For all his faults, Bush is a strong social conservative, has cut taxes and seems eager to continue with tax reform, and above all is the only one of all the candidates who actually sees the threat of Islamofascism and is willing to deal with it. He is the only one who will be able to protect this country, which is more important than medicare spending, gas prices, or anything. Bush will continue to prosecute the war and work towards defeating these wackos. After he is reelected, helping to ensure our safety for another four years, we can focus and reinstilling stronger conservative values in the GOP. Why fret about the smaller issues now???
you are correct that the other issues are not as important as the war on terror. but i think we can push for progress on multiple fronts, including the social issues which i agree with you also.