States already have lost too many rights to the Feds. Evidence shows, on social issues especially, that they do a fine job one one thing - not doing anything.
I think you are experiencing issues below the surface that are more important than what is stated or claimed. Good catch.
Rudy hopes to persuade voters he is okay by saying he would appoint conservative judges. Left unsaid are things like executive orders or abortions paid with federal tax dollars, or the agency positions that all affect abortion. How about defunding the ACLU and Planned Parenthood?
Romney has a similar problem. He supported the liberal line until he started running for the presidency.
McCain? Well, let’s not go there.
I am not endorsing anyone yet but pointing out that Thompson, Hunter and Tancredo have stated past positions that are consistent with their positions today.