I do not believe that abortion is a major issue for Fred and that he will not be the champion so many pro-lifers like myself are looking for to be a leader of a culture of life. When I first heard Senator Thompson on the Sean Hannity Show, he made it very clear that he stands firmly against a national right to life amendment. Now, I know that some may argue that such an amendment is not realistic. Such an amendment may not be realistic, but I think a canidate’s position for or against it definitely shows that person’s commitment or noncommitment to the pro-life cause. Fred takes also stands against a marriage amendment and would have the courts decide.
I believe that social conservatives and particularly Christian conservatives should seriously question whether or not Senator Thompson may help their cause at all. In my opinion, Duncan Hunter is absolutely the best on social issues as well as a whole spectrum of other important issues America faces. He in fact is the only candidate who if elected President would choose judicial nominees who are pro-life as well as strict constructionists. By the way, Congressman Hunter also spoke the March for Life this year and reintroduced his Right to Life bill would effectively protect the life of every child from conception.
I think you nailed it.