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has taken the position that no one individual has the supreme right to own another person in totality including the right to take that life. For Chairman Steele to even infer that taking a life is totally left up to the individual is not only a reversal of Republican policy and principle, but it's a violation of the most basic of human rights--the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. His statement today helps, but doesn't explain why he would ever say what he did in the first place.
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Bachemin, Fabio
07/05/2010 06:21 AM
I support Michael Steele, not his opinion but because the fallout of his comment may actually determine whether the US population has a stomach for war, or if the majority non-volunteer population wants to run off to Canada.
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V, Madison
05/07/2009 03:27 AM
The National Council for a New America has arrived. The National Council for a New America, or NCNA The National Council for a New America has arrived. The National Council for a New America, or NCNA for short, is a think tank organization devoted to the Republican Party and Republican principles. Consensus is that it is a time for a reboot of conservative values, which heretofore meant getting Rush Limbaugh personal loans for another Vicodin script, but the aim is to arrive at a new place ideologically, by gathering conservatives together and finding out what the common goal among them is. Some people, which are occasionally referred to as the educated, would rather read mortgage loan modification literature than listen to the http://personalmoneystore.com/moneyblog/2009/04/30/national-council-america-rears-head-pt-1/ National Council for a New America.
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V, Madison
05/07/2009 03:25 AM
The Republican Party and its values are being given address and attention. The National Council for a New America has arrived. The National Council for a New America, or NCNA The National Council for a New America has arrived. The National Council for a New America, or NCNA for short, is a think tank organization devoted to the Republican Party and Republican principles. Consensus is that it is a time for a reboot of conservative values, which heretofore meant getting Rush Limbaugh personal loans for another Vicodin script, but the aim is to arrive at a new place ideologically, by gathering conservatives together and finding out what the common goal among them is. Some people, which are occasionally referred to as the educated, would rather read mortgage loan modification literature than listen to the National Council for a New America. http://personalmoneystore.com/moneyblog/2009/04/30/national-council-america-rears-head-pt-1/
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Patton, Andrew
03/16/2009 10:24 AM
Ida Haber, you're obviously a newcomer, because if you had been paying attention for the last year and half, you'd know we don't buy into such drivel. Why should we vote for someone whom we cannot trust to uphold our most important values? No, conservatives will not vote for a leftist like Obama; we'll just stay home or vote third party instead. Voting for the lesser of two evils is a losing proposition long term. We don't want to be stupid black men (the Democrats don't actually listen to blacks because they know they can be counted on to vote democratic anyway).
As for me, I voted for McCain last year, but not because of McCain. I was voting for Palin, as were most of the other McCain voters on this site.
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Little, Dan
03/15/2009 08:34 PM
they're all sellouts. u can't be anybody important (in the eyes of the public) these days without paying a price. if he doesn't do what they tell him, they will just find somebody else who will. that's the sad truth
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McRee, Stacey
03/15/2009 07:56 PM
The "gaffes" of Michael Steele have been invented by reporters who have been assigned to discredit him and to distract conservatives with internal issues. I happen to have WITNESSED these moments, and to have been alert to the way each instance was spectacularly "spun". Far from supporting abortion, Steele was talking about his own mother's choice to give him life. Are we conservatives actually so gullible as to swallow an ANTI-conservative's characterisation of his remarks ??! Wake up ! You are playing into their hands ! Stand up to them, and call them on their deceit ! Don't be influenced by this and weakened.
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Beverly Stone
03/14/2009 05:08 PM
I'm deeply concerned about the Republican Party in light of Michael Steele's comments. I have to withdraw my support from the party. I need a party with which I can identify. With Michael Steele at the helm, the Republican Party is no longer a fit.
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Judge Deborah
03/14/2009 10:32 AM
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Dimmick, David
03/14/2009 09:20 AM
We told a caller from the RNC that, "Until the Republican Party returns to its core roots (read conservatism), they need not call for money. "
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Jill 4 America
03/13/2009 11:03 PM
Josey, Rick
Good comments ...... AMEN! and to all of the rest of you who see the light of day.
We are 'sick to the bone' of compromising our convictions and standards.
R23777
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hott, kenny
03/13/2009 09:07 PM
Michael Steele needs to change his view on abortion. Our country is already being judged by God because of those in our goverment especially our president who agrees with abortion. Our problem is not the economy but the moral decay of those in our goverment who rule contrary to the word of God.
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Josey, Rick
03/13/2009 03:43 PM
We like Michael Steele, but apparently he's not our man. If we have to "beg" someone to stick to the party platform, forget it.
Where are the true conservatives? Men and women who stick to the principles that made/make America great, come hell or high water?
We need patriots who will STAND and SELL our message to the public. Governor Huckabee is great at this, but we need more patriots who know the art of salesmanship and persuasion.
By the way, I wrote Michael Steele a Five-Point solution for getting the Republican Party on track and taking America back, rapidly. I don't know his response, because I NEVER GOT ANY RESPONSE from either him or anyone else at the RNC. No response. That doesn't bode well for the Republican Party. Which brings up an important point...
Most of us are tired of hearing people brag about politicians or their parties. We are looking for PRINCIPLED PATRIOTS, who care about this country. Period. Talk about the principles and solutions. Yes, we are conservative right down to our shoe-laces. But we want genuine leadership, not politicians who are feathering their beds.
The Republican Party had give us some real leaders, or we'll toss them aside like a hot potato.
We want men and women who mean business, even when talking to GQ magazine.
www.PatriotHangout.com
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Darby, Gary
03/13/2009 03:39 PM
What can be done to quickly remove this guy (Steele); that is before he does more damage to the republican party than McCain?
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holland, charlene
03/13/2009 03:17 PM
Michael Steele is not the person I had
Thought. He is definitely NOT the person
to lead the Republican Party into the
2012 election..How can we get rid of him???
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Cline, Edward & Marjorie
03/13/2009 02:36 PM
I hope someone who cares will sit down with Mr. Steele and get to the bottom of his remarks. We can all say things we really don't mean under the pressure of the moment. Mr. Steele, as all of us do, recognizes that in this country women DO have a choice to kill their babies. Many of us find that abhorrent and that's what we fight against. But perhaps Steele was simply reflecting in his remarks that people DO have a choice after all. Isn't it interesting that in our personal lives we still have choice? God never takes that away from us as long as we live on this earth tho we could have been created as automatons. We bear the consequences of our choices but He allows us to make them--for Him and His way or against Him.
BTW, Mr. Huckabee, if you read this (probably don't), in the interests of continuing excellence, please watch the use of "imply" and "infer." I think you meant the former in your blog remarks above where you wrote: "For Chairman Steele to even infer that taking a life is totally left up to the individual......." -
Jackson, Grace
03/13/2009 01:43 PM
I too was very unhappy with Mr. Steele's ccomments. I was first disturbed over his Rush comments but got over that - now we have to deal with this. As a conservative Republican I don't think it's something which should have been said. If we are true Conservatives we need to uphold those Conservative values. I am tired of playing around. I would love to see another party but I think Alex is right - it's probably not quite the time yet.
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hayes, sam
03/13/2009 01:23 PM
To the Conservative nitwits:
Not all women are Hillary Clinton
Not all African Americans are Barack Obama
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Frommer, Sam
03/13/2009 12:10 PM
"the party stands to lose many of its members and a great deal of its support in"
Where are they gonna go, Mike? Most of your readers don't want to believe it, but the Republican Party is dominated by a bellicose, fear mongering wing that wants it to become a fringe group whose pillar is built on fear. I am a Christian, but I don't believe in a God who judges and strikes down those who stray. My God is the one who asked, "Who of you have not sinned?" when Mary Magdalene was getting stoned. If the Republican Party boots out people who don't share your opinions, it will end up about the size of the Green Party, and deservedly so.
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David R. Schmidt
03/13/2009 11:53 AM
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Bennings, Vicki
03/13/2009 11:17 AM
Will you people wake up? No wonder the GOP is dying. We eat our own! Crimeny! You cannot use one single issue as the litmus test to being a conservative or not. Not that this issue isn't important, but it should not be the all-or-nothing to supporting the GOP.
I'm a registered Republican, always have been, and always will be. I don't like gay marriage, I'm a member of the NRA, and I'm pro-life. And I was thrilled when I heard Steele was chosen. He represents where the new face of the GOP needs to be. Get off the high-horse of a single issue and get conservatism back where it needs to be - to get big government out of our lives. Nobody will be happy all of the time, but don't bite off your nose to spite your face. As long as all this in-fighting keeps up, the dems swarm and take control. Huckabee, everyone knows your stance on this issue. Don't use it to destroy someone who can get us where we need to be. You're not helping.
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Alex79
03/13/2009 10:54 AM
Jill 4 America – Believe me, nothing would make me happier than to see Michael Steele step down as the RNC Chairman. He is not a true conservative, but a pleaser of men with no conviction. Just remember that this isn’t the first time the Republican Party has had to fight to retrieve its core principles, nor will it be the last time. Anytime something good and honorable is being presented, there will inevitably be forces that try to corrupt it. Again, the time may come with even the Republican Party is lost and without hope, but we’re not there just yet. Keep up the fight!
Juanita Varnado – Although I agree with you that limited government is the best government, this doesn’t negate the fact that the Government must still serve a good function, such as protecting life. The truth of the matter is that all laws are based on some kind of morality. This is something we cannot escape because laws are created by man, who inherently has a set of beliefs and values. Yet more than that, as a free society we realize that there are certain inalienable rights bestowed upon us by our Creator such as the right to life. And it is the honorable duty of our Government to protect all life, from the time of conception, because these little ones are people too, deserving of the other two cohabitating rights from the initial trio of the Declaration of Independence – liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
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Brann, Jeremy
03/13/2009 10:48 AM
I'm a registered Republican and a straight, middle class white guy who voted for Obama because today's Republican party is clueless. Being more open on non-issues like abortion and gay marriage is the BEST thing Steele could do for this party. "The party stands to lose many members and support?" What members? Support? And let's not pretend that we're consistent on "protecting life" when all "good" Republicans love capital punishment and refuse to ban assault weapons from our streets. I AM the Republican you're trying to win back after Bush's massive expansion of government, fumbles in Iraq, and flagrant fiscal irresponsibility. Get off Steele's back about the side issues and convince me Republicans still stand for smaller government, winning wars, and balancing budgets.
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gracepraying
03/13/2009 10:46 AM
T Mann, how would I answer the question about why the unborn should have more rights than the immigrant?
- Every person is created in the image of God, # 1. That is where we get the term, "sanctity of life." Apart from believing that God created us, it would be hard to know for certain that we were valuable.
- The unborn cannot speak for himself or make a decision to protect or save his life and needs to be protected by law. He is not merely potential life. He has all the DNA and chromosomes that we do, which are God's built-in pattern for every cell in the body. Each one of us is unique.
- To judge one's worth on the basis of how one can contribute is a dangerous viewpoint. We want to be treated kindly, even if we become old or disabled, etc. There is worth in every individual because God gives us worth.
- An immigrant here illegally may have just as much worth or just as much to contribute, but he has a home country that needs his contributions, too. They need his ideas and talents. If one is strongly compelled to become a citizen of another nation, that person needs to realize they are a guest, and have no right to demand anything from the host country. There are legal ways and processes to become a citizen. It is not right for illegals to get benefits, while those trying to come in the legal way often wait for years and spend thousands of dollars. It is not right for illegals to expect our government aide, our tax dollars, etc. when they are not citizens. You would not go to the neighbor's house and demand they give you half their dinner. Unless you were a robber.
- Because one's worth or legality is not based solely on the utilitarian philosophy of "usefulness," we can thank God for a country that was founded on "life, liberty, and justice" for all its citizens. USA has a history of trying to help other nations to find freedom and greater democracy for their people.- We cannot continue to have an open door to anyone who wants to come in. That jeopardizes the security of our borders, strains our budgets, and would cause a completely different country to follow. That is why there are laws limiting the numbers and also prescribing the lawful way to be a citizen. It has nothing to do with certain people being of greater worth, intrinsically.
- Americans are among the most generous people on earth, but we need to take care of our country or it will cease to exist.
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Duca, Robert
03/13/2009 09:49 AM
Mr. Steele has demonstrated that he is NOT the person to be leading, and speaking for, the Republican party. Win, Lose, or Draw...we must stand by our basic principles! If not that, what are we to become???
The powers within the party must ask for Mr. Steele's resignation NOW! That alone will demonstrate that we will not allow our principles to be tampered with..by anyone!
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Haber, ida
03/13/2009 09:26 AM
PLEASE, you conservative Republicans, leave a moderate republican do his job. I was a Democrat until this last election. I voted for John McCain because he shared 50% of my views. The GOP will not lose any of the conservative votes because who are they going to vote for, a radical leftist? NEVER! If you let your party get out of the dark ages and bring some new light into it, such as a Michael Steele, you will gain control of the House and Senate in 2010. You need to bring more of me to your side, some Democrats and most Independents. You finally have a good thing going on with your new RNC Chair. Stop getting in your own ways and ruining it for us who do want change, but not by a radical leftist. The GOP must realize that many people in their camp are pro-life AND pro-choice. Accept us and lets work together to get a balance in Congress. Do not shoot yourselves in the foot again. I would HATE to have to vote D in 2010, but if you don't ease up on some of these social issues, you are going to lose me and others.
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Trenkle, Joel
03/13/2009 09:13 AM
It is a woman's choice, but not to abort. It is her choice to abstain or protect! It is the woman who has the intelligence to keep from getting pregnant. That unborn child has no say in the matter. It is therefor the duty of persons like Michael Steele to protect the innocent. This is why I am a Republican. His voting record should be remembered in the next election.
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Frassrand, Margaret
03/13/2009 07:03 AM
The truth comes out when people are unscripted....if he had a fear of God, there is NO WAY he would or better yet - could have said this. It's not about "a woman's right to choose" it's about believing that all life is a gift from God and to have a reverence for that gift. This should be a core belief of the leader of the GOP....he needs to be removed.
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Jill 4 America
03/13/2009 01:23 AM
Eleanor Bauer,
I also posted earlier this week from World Net Daily, David Wilkerson's words of warning about what he sees in the spiritual realm of future events for America. I have been on his mailing list for many years. I trust what he has to say more than most prophets and know that he is a very godly man and I have never heard of any scandal surrounding his ministry ever.
Even apart from all of that, I do not see this as an unbelievable or unfeasible possibility in light of this world and the uncertainty of our nation with our broken economy system, etc. Wilkerson speaks about it "not being a recession or a depression, but the wrath of God on this sinful nation" .....I know that many do not like to hear these things. I wish it were not true. Like you say, it is all in God's hands and we have to only read the scriptures for confirmation of the end time signs that are developing before our eyes in this world.
We really do need to prepare spiritually and materially. It only makes sense to have enough food supply on hand to last at least a month and any medical supplies, prescriptions that we may need, etc.
Don't forget the flashlight batteries. I had really prepared for the Y2K ..... Now, I think I had prepared for the wrong event, no doubt. So, I need to get busy myself!One can read about what Wilkerson says here:
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Patton, Andrew
03/13/2009 12:17 AM
Colonel, with all due respect, sir, opposition to the death penalty is contrary to the Word of God. The Lord states that, "Unto the nations is given the power of the sword, and they do not wield it in vain," just as it says in another place, "The blood of unavenged murder victims defiles the land," and "You shall accept no bribe or blood money to ransom the life of a murderer; he deserves to die."
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Barea, Jeff
03/12/2009 10:59 PM
Governor.
Step Back a second. You know I am stridently pro-life.
Do not make the perfect the enemy of the good.
And above all remember the 13th Commandment.
Otherwise it makes you nothing better than the liberals who are looking for any chink in the armor.
That is all.
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Bauer, Eleanor
03/12/2009 10:44 PM
To Jay, John
That vision of the fires hitting New York City was not my vision. I was only relating what Dave Wilkerson was saying as a warning. He is a very respected Christian leader. Whether these visions come to pass is not in his or my hands. As a born again Christian I am well aware of what is ahead when the tribulation and destruction of the world occurs. We cannot bury our heads in the sand and pretend all is well and these things will not come to pass. It may not be as imminent as Dave Wilkerson believes...and he said he doesn't know how soon. But we must be diligent to the signs. Maybe this is the reason we need another party and leave the Republican party to those who refuse to listen to warnings.
Eleanor in Iowa
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Barry, Carol
03/12/2009 10:36 PM
We do indeed respect all people. We would like the immigrant to walk in the front door, by abiding by our laws, and not live in fear of always being "found out," and breaking the law. Illegals are often abused and taken advantage of. Because we respect every life and wish thme to be treated with dignity, rather than living in fear, we want to welcome them in a way that will allow them to experience what America is truly about, living without fear...and by the way, human life at every stage deserves life, liberty and happiness...those lives that are extinguished through abortion are never given the opportunity to contribute....we will never know as a nation what we have lost as far as leaders, scientists, teachers, etc. goes, for we, as a nation, have appoved of 45 million and counting deaths due to abortion...
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Mann, T
03/12/2009 09:32 PM
A respectfully considered comment knowing I am in the minority among this audience: I assume that the notion of "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" guides decisions about right-to-life because the belief is that the unborn -- who have no actual ability to contribution to our society -- have these inalienable rights. If that's an accurate read, then how do Republicans explain why illegal immigrants -- who have arguably made more tangible/actual contributions to our society -- not have those same rights?
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JAY, jOHN
03/12/2009 08:49 PM
RE:Bauer, Eleanor
This is the reason why the RNC is in shambles,"stating that devastating fires were to hit New York City and spread to other major cities" are you kidding me. Find middle ground in issues and you will be more succesfull . Be sisncere in promoting education / fiscal responsibnlity . -
Bauer, Eleanor
03/12/2009 08:01 PM
I have felt exactly like Kate Borwey regarding a new party to replace the old Republican Party. Just last evening I spoke with another Huckabee supporter, and she said she is unsure if she could support the Republican Party in the next election. I'm sure if Mike would be the candidate, her statement would change. When we didn't get Mike Huckabee for our candidate in the 2008 election...we just didn't get a winner!!
Of course the liberal media was not helpful either.It was so disturbing to see the gullible voters flocking all over their messianic "Rock Star", who will likely lead our country to destruction the way his actions are going so far.
I (like Rush) hope that his policies fail, not that he fails...but that the destructive policies he is enacting, will be reversed and open the voters eyes before it is too late.
I received an e-mail over the weekend from World Net Daily with a dire warning about a vision Dave Wilkerson had (author of "The Cross and the Switchblade", and founder of Teen Challenge) stating that devastating fires were to hit New York City and spread to other major cities across the U.S. causing much rioting like Watts in the past. He feels this is coming as a judgment from God for all the evil that has occurred in our country. I believe this all sounds like the Tribulation is
not far off. He is not trying to be an alarmist but warns the need to put aside 30 days of food supplies such as dried beans, rice and staple non perishable items, as stores will become depleted during all the turmoil and destruction. He said this is not the time to despair, but to seek wisdom and comfort from the Lord. He does not know when this will take place...but feels it is imminent. A former Southern Baptist National leader has asked people to heed this message as well.Eleanor in Iowa
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gracepraying
03/12/2009 05:27 PM
I was so disappointed to read Michael Steele's comments that seemed pro-choice, if not pro-abortion.
When I met in December with our Kansas state elector, I asked him if he thought Michael Steele was pro-life, and he said he had talked to him and was assured he was. I wanted him to vote for Chip Saltsman at first for RNC chair. Now I wonder how deep Steele's convictions lie.
With Sen. Brownback, Steele, and even Palin sounding uncertain notes, we feel the Republican Party is letting us down.
GRACE in Kansas, PRAYING
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Alan4Huck
03/12/2009 05:19 PM
This sad situation is exactly why the RNC has not received one penny, not one penny, from me since the primaries were held (even though I get their constant mailings and e-mails every other day). Many people just do not trust the new moderate RNC. This is why my donations have gone to Gov. Mike Huckabee and Huckpac.
Solution: The RNC should act quickly and decisively on letting go of Mr. Steele. If Mr. Steele does not step down the RNC will continue to bleed and lose social conservatives until it becomes something totally different than what it was in standing for what is right, for doing right. It will take unusual courage to let Mr. Steele go, so I am not holding my breath. It saddens me that Mr. Steele is not solid on the fundamental issue of "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness..." but I thank God that his heart and position was revealed before much more damage could have been done down the road at a more critical time such as elections. If the issue of life for Mr. Steele is not clear and simple as it should be, then he is putting himself in a position similar to Obama who conviniently said that for him life was issue that was "ABOVE HIS PAY-GRADE."
Where is the courage for standing for the innocent, for the weakest members of our society, and for life in todays political leaders?
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varnado, juanita
03/12/2009 04:42 PM
in one sense i am pro choice because as a republican and a conservative who believes in small federal government i don't think they should be deciding or have the right to tell me what i can or can't do with my body but abortion is a choice i would NEVER make for myself. i really think it's a moral issue. morality is very hard to legislate because everyone's sense of morality is different and sometimes twisted. maybe we should spend more time trying to win the souls of men instead of passing laws. Godly people need few laws to live by. and when God is remove what do you base your morality on? what ever feels right at the time. Capitalism does not work once God is removed from the picture. He keeps men honest and true. Which is exactly what is missing on wall street and in washington!
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Schmidt, Randy
03/12/2009 03:56 PM
Get'em Mike - there is no middle ground on this issue - abortion, euthanasia AND the death penalty are all muder in the first degree - God will sort this out, but we should still try to change the law of our great land.
LtCol, USAF (Retired) I used to be neutral about the death penalty then my daughter said: "Dad you cannot be that stong minded about abortion without considering the Death Penalty in the same vain - Saint Pope Paul II - took any options away by stating that the penial systems being what they are will allow getting the animals out of society.
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Jill 4 America
03/12/2009 03:50 PM
Alex79 -
I understand what you are saying but my patience is wearing thin. I think Michael Steele should have to step down. He tore his own britches. He just revealed his own true identity and that is NOT our Republican party's platform.
God help us!
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Smith, Kerry
03/12/2009 03:24 PM
Just watched what he said on utube. sounded like he didn't know how to answer the question. Did not come across as a bright man @ all. "Sounded" like he's pro-choice but knows he shouldn't say so and the reason he's where he is has to do with him being against abortion. He's has no backbone... He wants to please everybody... Can't do that!!! If your a Republican, conservative you should NOT be for abortion. PERIOD. Conservatives will soon have no one to vote for, no where to lean.. I agree with another comment below, we now need a "conservative party" for those of us who are Christians and vote with Christian values, 1st.
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HopeforAmerica
03/12/2009 02:57 PM
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Borwey, Katie
03/12/2009 02:52 PM
I had a conversation just this week with my husban about a new party. Maybe called the CONSERVATIVE PARTY. One that actually stands on the values and principles the Republicans say they stand for.
It is beyond me how anyone can call Mr. Huckabee a moderate. Again Mike is the one who has to remind us what a Republican is "SUPPOSED" to stand for.
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Leath, Natalie
03/12/2009 02:24 PM
How can the GOP justify their anti abortion stance and still support the death penalty? If you are pro life, aren't you for all life?
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Lori Jungling
03/12/2009 02:13 PM
Thank you for your statement, Mike. I have given Steele the benefit of the doubt even though many things concerned me about him. It looks like my concerns were valid.
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Speer, Jack
03/12/2009 01:17 PM
Dump Steele Now! Everyone knows there's only one reason he squeeked by the RNC election - and it ain't his policies.
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JULIEE 4 HUCKABEE, CA
03/12/2009 01:14 PM
Governor Huckabee,
I agree with, Jill 4 America, and the other comments that have been made. Everyday it seems that YOU are coming closer & closer to being one of the last remaining "pure" voices of the Republican Party. I am not sure I know what being a Republican even means anymore?! It is very hard not to be totally disillusioned with our Party.
I have been a Republican my entire adult life; but have seriously considered becoming an Independent. If anyone should be the leader of the Republican Party, it should be you!
Please don't ever change or compromise, who you are or what you stand for. I realize that is a heavy burden especially in the current political & cultural climate; but by God's grace and strength I know you will persevere!!!
Praying for you & your family!
In Deepest Gratitude,
Juliee 4 Huckabee, 2012!
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Duke, Gary
03/12/2009 01:12 PM
Governor,
You are appropriately focused, and on track with your comments about Michael Steele's comments.
He must be clear and unswerving on the crucial position of the Republican Party as Pro-Life.
We need to come together with targeted leadership. Even though I llike alot about him, Mr Steele is not providing that.
Thank you.
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mxnwilson
03/12/2009 12:46 PM
Gov. Huckabee--
Thank you for standing up for what is right. I think there have been way too many compromises in the Republican Party, and that seems to be what is happening here.
Alot of it started when some supposedly conservatives from the media were so quick to promote Rudi Giulianni and Mitt Romney in spite of their lack of support for the unborn.
I am also disappointed in Sara Palin although some are saying her choices were between an independent and a liberal, I feel sure their could have been another choice if she had refused to appoint either.
I have just read the stateament made by Michael Steele, but do not feel it is enough. He needs to decide which side he is on, and if he is not on the side of life, he needs to say so. I also agree with Elliot Martin, Jill, and Alex79. Laura, you also could be right, I guess we'll see.
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Alex79
03/12/2009 12:42 PM
Jill,
The time may come when a new conservative party should be started or perhaps another one supported. Yet that time, in my opinion, has not come just yet. I get frustrated too and have looked at the Constitution Party as an alternative, but I'm just not ready to jump ship from the Republican platform. We may not be perfect, but remember that (1) there are a lot of good candidates within our Party that are helping to steer it the right way and (2) it's still not too late to oust those RINOs that use the Grand Old Party name simply to garner votes. Let's stay the course and see what happens for a little bit longer.
