Whether the majority of Americans agree or not is irrelevent. The law is not based on popularity polls.
I never said the law was based on popularity polls. My problem was with your assessment, that the Constitution was hijacked. That's pure hyperbole.
It serves no good purpose, to be closed minded, when it comes to what a majority of American's believe in. If conservatives want to have success in reversing seven decades of creeping liberal-socialism, we'll have to make sure the facts are presented in such a manner, that it exposes the agenda of the leftwing. We don't need to trash people who may disagree with us. Face it, there aren't enough conservatives around to make a governing majority. Therefore, Republican candidates must appeal to independents and dissatisfied Democrats, in order to build a winning coalition.
I can gladly argue in depth about the nature of our oligarchy...
No need to. You believe an oligarchy exists today and I do not. We'll have to agree to disagree on this issue. I get the feeling you have a problem with the current political power structure and nominating process. That doesn't mean it should be labeled an oligarchy though. Thats a bit over the top.
Bottom line, the American voters have the final word on all candidates. The basic two party system has worked fine for the last 200 years. If some third party candidate, isn't capable of mounting a viable campaign, I don't believe that shows problems with the system. I believe that shows an inability of third party candidates to attract voters and win elections.
Bush's selection to be a presidential candidate began with less than 30 people.
So what?
Okay, now I see what your problem is. You didn't support Gov. Bush, as a presidential candidate and I think its fair to say, you probably still don't believe he was the best man for the job. Am I wrong? I'd guess, you supported one of the numerous third party candidates in 2000. Like Buchanan, or Keyes, or Browne, or may be even Howard Philips. Right?
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I'll also take a country that does not limit your access to the government unless approved by one of two non-governmental associations.
Well, like I said, our political system isn't perfect, but its still the best in the world. Politics is a tough business and isn't meant, for individuals who lack the ability to convince voters, they have what it takes, to gain the public trust and hold onto it. You present your agenda to the people and let the cards fall, where they may.
If you can cite a link to a story wherein Alan Keyes filed as a third party candidate for President in 2000, I will give $100 to Free Republic. If you cannot, please apologize to the Ambassador. I notice you did not name any other of the President's primary campaign opponents as 'third-party' candidates.