Slur? just the facts.
JMHO - Rush is no more a role model for conservatives, or an example of a good conservative man than Al Frankin.
He gets paid based on the attention he gets for himself by broadcasting on the airwaves, and without that attention he is just a man, who speaks only for himself.
If you think he speaks for you, that is your option.
Perhaps you should speak for yourself. I'd wager you're probably a better man, conservative, and American than most.........including rush.
True. You could say that about anyone, I guess, including the President--without his office, he is just like the rest of us, simply offering his opinion.
However, some people's opinions weigh more than others, based upon their experience, knowledge of subject matter, "credibility," etc., as as far as the Libs/Dems go, I cannot think of anyone who is more astute and accurate in delineating "their" methods, means and modes.
I've been listening to Rush for about 16 years and though I often disagree with some of the positions he articulates; often consider him just a little self-centered and over the top, I nevertheless, cannot think of anyone who has done more to advance the conservative cause in the past 25 years.
And no, I don't consider him speaking for me; no one does that, other than myself.
Moreover, I certainly am not a "sycophant," nor a "mind-numbed robot," (nor are the majority of his listeners, I believe) as the left is inclined to characterize those who listen to his program.
However while I might have misspoke, I thought I clarified that in stating that he was probably "defending" us conservatives, as opposed to us Catholics.
I don't know Rush personally, therefore, I cannot speak as to his character or morals. Nevertheless, as I know many upright and moral people who are not Catholic--and know as many Catholics who I'd as soon not associate with--I don't believe his not being a Catholic, or having had some personal "setbacks," disqualifies him from offering his opinion.
As far as perhaps, my being a "better man, conservative, and American than most.........including rush," I thank you for the compliment, but it is certainly, misplaced.
While I try to be all of the above, I fear I am but a weak, sinner, (like most) and simply continue to ask for His forgiveness, and try to do better--which is not always easy and my success ratio, (or better yet, my tendency to lapse)leaves much to be desired.
Peace, my friend and God Bless!