Its a lot like when I voted for Reagan the first time. I didn't like his flip-flop on abortion, and I was very concerned that his explanation for voting for the Therapeutic abortion act in 1967, allowing for abortion in California, were BS. In addition, I certainly didn't like Reagan's track record of raising taxes as California governor - he voted for the largest tax increase at the time in California history. Yet his explanations seemed reasonable (necessary given the California Dem legislature). I gave the guy a shot because, on the whole, he seemed to be the best conservative candidate at the time and I hoped it wasn't BS. It turned out pretty good for me and the Country. Perry's track record as governor of Texas lines up pretty good against this bar. Particularly his stand on taxes, abortion and gun control. Now for those who seem to attack him on immigration issues, do your homework. Perry has what appears to be reasonable explanations and a different take on the spin. In addition, keep in mind that even our beloved Reagan made a goof in this area, granting amnesty for over 3 million illegals. Something Perry is nowhere near being accused of.
I ran across this yesterday, and knowing Perry's fight with Big Education, thought this was a very interesting essay.
Will Rick Perry Unravel the Strange Consensus on Public Education?
What I meant was this: sticking to your word is the true test.
It’s not enough to speak conservative principles during a campaign. It’s not enough to push a conservative political agenda when you know it will score points.
Before I support Rick Perry, I want to see evidence from his record that he did the right thing when nobody was looking.