Posted on 08/04/2004 6:13:51 PM PDT by tame
Possible running mate for 08 ?
Indeed. First off, this is the first time that we will see black candidate versus black candidate for a national level office. Secondly, this will attract big time national attention. Thirdly, a lot of folks who had written this race off will be forced to take a look. Finally, the question of whether or not Keyes is truly a sacraficial lamb will have to be addressed.
BWAHAHAHA, I agree. I think some Kennedy genes got spread around Arkansas and Illinois. And Obama is half-black. I better get myself some tinfoil, I'm scaring myself.
That's absurd.
Opportunism: Main Entry: op·por·tun·ismLook, the GOP cannot lose this seat to a Democrat. The stakes are too high. Days ago, this seat was as good as dead for the GOP. Now, with Keyes, there's chance they could win. A slim chance, but better than what they would have had.
Pronunciation: -'tü-"ni-z&m, -'tyü-br> Function: nounbr> : the art, policy, or practice of taking advantage of opportunities or circumstances often with little regard for principles or consequences
Knowing this, if Keyes had turned them down when they approached him, he would be hurting all that he has been fighting for--protecting marriage, fighting abortion rights, preserving religious liberty. The loss of a single Republican-held Senate seat at this point would set back the conservative agenda back quite a bit, particularly considering judicial appointments.
For Keyes to help out here is no less principled than Cheney getting around the residency snag to accept the VIP opportunity. Cheney did that for the good of the country, and I'm glad he did.
Why don't you guys send Obama some money so he can run some commercials against Bush?
Sheesh.....
ALL politics is SO corrupt in Illinois, that a lot of us will consider it a PLUS that Keyes has no political past in Illinois. Maybe he's the guy to start cleaning this bi-partisan PIG STY.
I think you're right; it will help Bush possibly take Illinois, which Kerry has probably to this point already counted in his column. Let's see where this goes, at the least, without sabotaging the campaign before it's started.
Very gracious.
Thank you from this Keyes supporter.
That's what it seems like is likely to happen --- if the people who aren't pro-abortion liberals, now they have someone to vote for. If it was going to be that other candidate why would they bother to vote?
B. "Is my hunger for pork more important than voting for a man who most closely reflects my views on the great issues of the day?"
Very well stated.
If Keyes is the candidate, he has my vote.
Do you think that Keyes will get to speak at the GOP convention? Prime-time would be ideal.
VEEP opportunity, I meant. :P
Prophet smophet .... It's going to happen. Sorry.
"KEYES ON THE TICKET WILL BRING CONSERVATIVES WHO WERE CONSIDERING STAYING HOME TO THE POLLS IN *DROVES* "
i guess this is the counter to my previous post....i'm not sure...other opionions? obviously i would rather than conservatives who would otherwise stay home now show up....is that possible? anyone? anyone REALLY know IL politics? obviously the central committee is dominated by true conservatives...
No argument from this corner. Keyes is well within his rights according to Illinois law. If I were a resident of Illinois I would vote for Keyes over an acknowledged liberal(Obama).
I do have reservations about the manner in which his selection came about. I agree with many that Illinois should not have been in the position to seek help outside of the state.
Keyes enters this race not as first choice, nor as second. Ditka's flirtation with a Senate run sapped the brief Republican momentum that had been building at rumor he would enter. Obama was considered to have come off a successful speech on a national stage. Keyes is not a resident of Illinois and enters the race only a few months before the general election. He will have to contend with his own words about H. Clinton.
These are the realities he faces.
I'm in favor of Obama being defeated, though have my doubts given the above as to Keyes chances. It'll be interesting to observe the reaction of the residents of Illinois to this newest development in the race for the Senate.
All three that is why no longer a registered pubbie, and have been voting for conservatives for the pest few years.
His Intellect is Unparalleled!
He Certainly should be Considered for a High Politican Post if he is not Elected to our Senate (a Serious Tragedy!!).
A Gentleman of his Talent, Knowlege, & Expertise Cannot Be Ignored!!
Dr Keyes would be an OUTSTANDING Senator!!
We NEED Individuals of his Experience & Knowlege!!
Doc
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