Surrender to whom? And how much?
If it is necessary, I'd rather a conservative be in charge than Rudy.
And as for the character who wanted the second amendment rights to defend his house against graffiti "artistes,"
Even I know that's excessive.
But when it comes to setting policy that affects the 2nd Amendment, I'd rather have a conservative setting policy than Rudy.
I admit on its face that it looks hypocritical to excuse Rudy while pillorying Hillary,
Here's something that really bothers me.
How about we compare the Republican candidates and pick the best man for the job.
After we do that, then we can all unite and take on Hillary.
This "only Rudy can beat Hillary" is a lie repeated often enough.
If the base picks a strong leader that we all believe in, that man, no matter who, can beat Hillary.
Now I'm probably over analyzing it as well.
Well, maybe we both are. But this soon before the primaries start is the time to 'over analyze' everything.
My point is, stop looking ahead to Hillary and pay attention to the race at hand.
We need a strong leader, preferably one with military training and conservative values that represent the majority of the Republican base.
I gave you an example. Essentially, the rule of law. But when it comes to setting policy that affects the 2nd Amendment
I don't like gun control either, but when the cops are outgunned by the bad guys you have to wonder if there isn't a better solution. I'll be danged if I know what it is. This is an issue that I'll cede to a more conservative candidate.
How about we compare the Republican candidates and pick the best man for the job.
That's where we agree - but only to a point. I'll agree to vote for whomever the party nominates. I prefer that to be Rudy, and we'll see what happens in the primaries. If someone more conservative gets the nomination, I'll vote for him. But if the majority of Republicans feel that Rudy is a better way to move the party, will you agree to support the candidate? And what strong leader do you suggest? I can see Rudy taking on Schumer a lot more than I can Fred Thompson. Fred's a great guy - I'd love for him to have the ticket, but I don't think he's got the cojones that Rudy has to stand up to the Democrats.
We need a strong leader, preferably one with military training and conservative values that represent the majority of the Republican base.
Again I agree. But what if you discover that the majority of the Republicans prefer someone a little less conservative? My personal issues are a strong military, strong against terror, good leadership abilities. I prefer the government stay as far as possible away from the bedroom and issues of morality among consenting adults. I prefer a strong leader who is pro-life than a weak leader that is pro-choice.
Rudy is head and shoulders above any of the other candidates in the field with regard to the way I prioritize the issues. I know a lot of people prioritize their issues differently, but if they want to cooperate with the system as it is now, they need to agree to support whoever wins the primaries.