[Miss Marple]

I am seriously considering all of the possible candidates for 2008. To me, the very first thing the candidate must be is strong on national defense, the war on terror, and support for the troops. He must be a leader, not someone who is pushed around by handlers. He should be able to state the case for the GOP without apology.

Allen is giving serious signs that he doesn't meet my criteria. I need to see more leadership, more knowledge of the issues, and more outspoken support for the troops. I hope that I am misjudging him.

[Bulldaddy]

What's your opinion of Condi's chances (assuming she could be talked into running)?

[Txsleuth]

Me, too, Miss Marple....I was really on board with George Allen for a while, but his lack of overt support for the war on terror...or supporting Bush's Doctrine of helping Iraq establish a democratic form of government...

for OUR sakes, as well as the worlds'. My goodness, I just can't imagine what is so difficult about espousing a doctrine that brings hope and freedom to a part of the world that never has had it....and has a group of fanatics that want to wipe out everyone but the most fanatical Islamofacsists...

To me, that should be a piece of cake...and when spoken of, it just makes so much sense....but, it seems no one but President Bush sees the necessity to accomplishing that, not just for our sakes, but for the future of the whole earth's people.