You mentioned you want someone who's got a clear record on all the issues so that there's no "surprises". Hunter has plenty time to gain name recognition.
IMO, Rudy will put social liberals on the high courts ending the chance(s) Bush has started with Alito and Roberts. That alone ends my support for da Mayor, plus a long list of other facts against him. Rudy or Hildabest would be the same on virtually all the "social issues".
Anyway that's how I see it right now.
Waiting for your perspective.
Kevin
Duncan Hunter looks like a great guy with an excellent record. I have no problem supporting him, and as a matter of fact, I will support him.
However, if the posts on this thread made almost 10 hours ago is an indication of Hunter's ability to unite conservatives (in a primarily conservative forum,) just imagine how he will be viewed by the general voting public.
Anyway, I will support him and I will continue to support Rudy, and let's see who fares better in the public arena, because in the end, the one who has more acceptance among the GOP is the one who will win the primaries.
You know, I was depressed after the 2006 elections, but 2008 seems like an exciting time. I'm looking forward to a spirited debate among ourselves provided the debate is civil and devoid of childish behavior. And since I will be supporting Hunter, it'll be funny when someone calls me a liberal republican.
May the best man win.
Facts matter..............learn some!