Posted on 06/02/2007 4:31:41 PM PDT by Josh Painter
Free Market Network News, a pro-Ron Paul website, has published an "analysis" asserting that Fred Thompson's entry into the race for the Republican nomination is "a desperate move by Republican leaders to offer what they consider a viable contender."
"Yet Ron Paul (R-Tex), congressman and republican candidate for president has been seen by Internet observers as doing well both in debates and in terms of public sentiment. His message is one of minimalist government, low taxes and a non-aggressive military policy."
If Ron Paul is "doing well in terms of public sentiment," it isn't showing up in the polls, where he barely registers.
"Meanwhile, despite the coverage, Fred Thompson is likely not the next coming of Ronald Reagan for the Republican party. An FMNN article yesterday, 'Fred Thompson Vs. Ron Paul,' pointed out that 'Thompsons record gives rise to questions about his small government and 'federalist' credentials. While in congress, Thompson, reportedly a good friend of Senator John McCain, (R-AZ), supported two obviously anti-free market bills: the McCain-Feingold Campaign Finance Reform act and the Shays-Meehan bill restricting issue ads.'"
"He is also a member of Council on Foreign Relations, a main think-tank behind the idea of a North American Union that would eventually dissolve borders between Mexico, Canada and the United States to create one big super-nation. Thompson also seems to believe in a robust military presence worldwide and apparently advocates continued US military involvement in Iraq."
The CFR is a think tank for conservatives interested in foreign policy. It's not some secret cabal seeking to dissolve America into some freedom-destroying super-nation. As for Thompson's views on Iraq and American foreign policy, they are in sync with most Republicans, though perhaps not Republicans like Ron Paul who believe the Islamofacists attacked us on 9/11 because we were "over there."
The invasion of both Afghanistan and Iraq were rooted in a defensive military strategy, not an "aggressive" strategy - to eliminate the Taliban that harbored al Qaeda, and to separate the regime of Saddam Hussein, which had cooperative agreements with al Qaeda, from its weapons of mass destructions programs and ambitions.
As for Thompson and federalism, he's solid on the issue - so solid that he was on the losing end of many 99-1 Senate votes because of his federalist principles.
Romney/Thompson ticket.
The Paulites are no better IMHO than the dupes of Rev. Jim Jones.
Thompson/Romney.
When ants try to ankle bite elephants, its time to call Terminix.
Not much of a battle really, Paul is nutty, principled but choc ful “o” nuts, Thompson is staid and experienced, to bad they cannot debate on Jun 5.
Ron Paul, chair and lone member of the Republican ‘Blame America for 911’ Caucus.
You have no evidence that Paul supports this website, and if he's aware of its existence, he'd be the first to denounce it.
Thompson's view of limited government is also shared by Paul.
It's a Pro-Paul website. Does that mean Paul endorses its message?
The guilt-by-association tactics used to smear Paul has reached DU levels.
Paul is a good congressman and his values on domestic policy would be well appreciated. I’m undecided at this point though but for the most part I see Paul as more of a VP than a president.
Ron Paul. The Dennis Kucinich of the Republican Party.
Perfect!
Because he is a looser. I think he'd better get a clue..fast, with reference to, the WOT if he wants to "register" with the base. :)
The attacks on him here on FR is disgusting.
Are you guy pissed off Rudy-rooters or something? Confused liberal GOPers that can't stand to have your liberalism pointed out by your betters?
Smear?
Maybe, how far do you think the “Abolish the IRS proposal” would fly?
Granted I agree with him, but..;)
Actually, I’m leaning towards Fred. Not a RINO. Not a liberal. Never have been. But if it makes you feel better to fulminate, then foam-at-the-mouth and fulminate away.
I don’t want Romney anywhere NEAR the Oval Office.
Thompson for Prez, for VP? Good question. But CERTAINLY not Romney.
But his support on the net has been underestimated so far. Polls don’t mean much but he will win or be in the top 2 of the CNN poll[Who Won Debate]after the next debate.
I’m glad he is up there in arena of ideas. Even if he is wrong on some issues.
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