[deport]

The conservative movement cannot afford to lose the younger generation to the “Hope and Change” mantra of the left.

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That is one age group that Paul has tapped into very well and brings them along. Many may change as they get older but Paul gets them into the fray and they are very active.

I’m surprised that no other candidate tries to bring them in and use their talents. They can be hard workers. Someone’s PAC could sure make headway I’d think.

[rob777]

"That is one age group that Paul has tapped into very well and brings them along. Many may change as they get older but Paul gets them into the fray and they are very active."


Yes, I have noticed that. While I disagree with Ron Paul on some issues, I think it is absolutely foolish for the conservative movement to alienate his supporters. As you pointed out, no other candidates are doing much to reach this demographic. The future of the conservative movement depends on bringing them aboard.

[deport]

2011 CPAC Straw Poll results:

Ron Paul: 30 percent
Mitt Romney: 23 percent
Gary Johnson: 6 percent
Chris Christie: 6 percent
Newt Gingrich: 5 percent
Tim Pawlenty: 4 percent
Michele Bachmann: 4 percent
Mitch Daniels: 4 percent
Sarah Palin: 3 percent
Herman Cain: 2 percent
Mike Huckabee: 2 percent
Rick Santorum: 2 percent
John Thune: 2 percent
Jon Huntsman: 1 percent
Haley Barbour: 1 percent
Others: 5 percent
Undecided: 1 percent

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2010 CPAC straw poll results for comparison:

Here’s the final tally.

Ron Paul 31%
Mitt Romney 22%
Sarah Palin 7%
Tim Pawlenty 6%
Mike Pence 5%
Newt Gingrich 4%
Mike Huckabee 4%
Mitch Daniels 2%
John Thune 2%
Rick Santorum 2%
Haley Barbour 1%