Hey, y’know, I’ve tried (and so have many others) to persuade folks away from Perry’s candidacy (or Willard’s) utilizing facts and other points. I mean, it’s not like this is a general discussion group from across the political spectrum, it’s a Conservative forum. You’d think on such a forum that a candidate with tendencies that go against those goals would be summarily dismissed, and for the most part, he has been here. Unfortunately, some can’t let it go and lash out in very ugly ways. Always the danger of getting too emotionally attached to a candidate (as many former Palin supporters did, and I was one, it was a big letdown).
Look, I am a Perry supporter, because while I disagree with some of his positions (particularly immigration), he’s a strong 2A, pro-life guy. I have my problems with Cain’s tax plan and some other positions, and I truly believe that some of the things he’s said or proposed will come back to bite him during the general election, but I’ll vote for him in a heartbeat over Obama. Looking back, I’d probably change some of the things I’ve said here — I can be a pretty confrontational guy when arguing a point, but I don’t think I really hold any ill will to any Cain supporters here. If my guy loses the primary, I may be disappointed, but it’s not like it’s a personal loss. And if nothing else, and I think South40 said this, Perry’s candidacy may actually lead to the repeal of the stupid in-state tuition thing, which is a win in my book.