Interestingly enough, I understand Ron Paul introduced the first resolution to actually declare war upon Iraq. Congress refused to consider it, instead opting for an ambiguous route of ‘authorizing the President to use military action’ against Saddam. Declaring war was too strong a term for them...
There are many problems with Ron Paul in regards to him gaining the Presidency. But one can argue ALL of the candidates have that disability.
It comes down to a very simple question.
What does the US Constitution mean to you?
To me, it is second only to the Bible. And like the Bible in today’s society, it is ignored when convenient. I swore to do violence in defense of that Founding document, if warranted. Well, many here seem to be willing to use that august document as toilet paper in the name of political expediency. And then have the gall to pretend themselves Conservatives, and ridicule all those who actually believe in the concepts this Nation was Founded upon, calling those views foolish.
Ron Paul wasn’t a pacifist when the war started. He was willing to take it to the mat. What changed? He hasn’t explained it. He needs to.
I would be interested in why he has change his position too. I guess that I am more sensitive about major shifts like that.