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To: P-Marlowe

Probably not, and I love that quote from Reagan. It epitomizes much of what is wrong with politics today. Too many in politics are drawn there because of their ego. That’s absolutely the wrong motivation, and often selects for the wrong people.

I also don’t at all disagree with what you said about Reagan being a gentleman. That said, Reagan could also call people out when it was required, and wasn’t shackled by political correctness or a fear that his words were too blunt - for instance calling the Soviet Union the Evil Empire, and “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall”. He was criticized for saying bold things, and not being diplomatic enough. Another undiplomatic leader that comes to mind is Churchill. He said what he thought, and certainly wasn’t always the model of a gentleman.

I’m not trying to change your mind here, and I’m actually trying to be open minded about the candidates, as it is still early in the process. That said, this is a really important election.


52 posted on 01/11/2016 8:51:03 PM PST by pieceofthepuzzle
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To: pieceofthepuzzle
I'm not trying to change your mind here

Don't worry, already changed it. I was on the Trump bandwagon for a while, but this issue opened my eyes. He is a loose cannon. He will be whatever he needs to be when the opportunity arises. He wants the GOP nomination and knows the GOPe will never support him, so he is going after the grass roots. But after he gets elected, where will his loyalties lie?

He has supported Obama and Clinton in the past, giving them money, inviting them to his wedding....

56 posted on 01/11/2016 9:01:04 PM PST by P-Marlowe (Tagline pending.)
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