Thompson, on the other hand, regularly builds his argument around "first principles" of individual liberty, limited government, and federalism. This sort of discourse is arguably vital to rallying and unifying Republicans, reaching out to conservative independents, establishing distance from the Bush administration, and building an appealing contrast with a Democratic nominee who will undoubtedly focus on a bottomless promise of new and expanded programs.
The above is one thing that stood out to me early on regarding Thompson. A true executive leader established major objectives and then assembles the team under him necessary to achieve those objectives. He doesn't flounder around in the details and shouldn't if he's got a trustworthy team.
Some of the so called true conservative candidates or 'Reagan likes' will use phrases like:
I did,
I'm gonna
I authored, etc. etc. etc.
That is a self centered egotistical approach doomed to failure in bringing the masses into your sphere and securing their help.... jmo.
That is a self centered egotistical approach doomed to failure in bringing the masses into your sphere and securing their help.... jmo.Duly noted. What is nonapplicable in this, however, is that Thompson has not been on the same stage. Get back to us after a reasonable number of "debates."