[Yomin Postelnik]

I hear you and there were other examples of his failure or inability to properly defend conservatism. For example, when Timmah brought up the Frank comment, he'd have been better served saying that he used Frank as an example not because Frank's gay, but because Frank has unfoundedly trashed, maligned and smeared conservatives and is part of the culture of hate that the left has fostered for decades.

On the plus side, I see these statements as only being said to change peoples minds, those who do have a negative perception of conservatism. Still, admittedly, this can and should be done without making statements that seem to validate their misguided beliefs.

I think you're convincing me that Hunter is better to rally behind. I'm just worried about the media being able to marginalize him, which is harder to do with Huckabee. And Huckabee does have real conservatice positions. In the end we need to be able to beat Rudy, McCain and Romney.

[MNJohnnie]

Frankly we better find someone soon. In short, better a Huckabee then a Hillary.

[PerConPat]

I think you're convincing me that Hunter is better to rally behind. I'm just worried about the media being able to marginalize him...

I would certainly vote for Hunter over all of the Pubs currently running. However, he has the toughest challenge ahead of him. He has nothing to lose by surrounding himself with facts and figures as to how the lack of support for President G.W. Bush has cost American lives/treasure and has seriously hampered our efforts in the Global War on Terror.

If General Petraeus is able to stabilize Iraq, Duncan will be in a unique position to capitalize on his own constant support for the leadership of the POTUS. This, coupled with his excellent credentials on dealing with related issues such as border security etc., could cut across party lines in ways not unlike those that helped Ronald Reagan.

However, time is short; Hunter can't waste a minute in getting his name out there. I see no advantage for him in holding back. In fact, the bolder his campaign- the better. IMHO, all conservatives will benefit from an all-out press by Duncan.

[bushfamfan]

I don't understand how you think Huckabee would be stronger? Hunter is outspoken and will set the media/Demonrats straight. Plus, he is more steady in his positions. Huckabee is all wishy washy on the war. Take into account Hunter's expertise as chairman and now ranking member of the Armed Services Committee and the fact he is indeed a combat vet who served in Vietnam with a son who served in Iraq and that does have an effect on the public. Hunter is a strong all-around candidate when people see and hear from him. http://www.gohunter08.com