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Persistence (second item)
The Washington TImes ^ | Nov. 7, 2011 | Jennifer Harper

Posted on 11/07/2011 7:36:04 AM PST by lakeprincess

Presidential hopeful Rick Santorumcontinues to battle his way down the campaign trail, doggedly staying on message. He’s trolling for grass-roots support and sending up flares to prove his viability and focus. The candidate also renamed his campaign the “Faith, Family and Freedom Tour” and retooled a motto that echoes the distant days of the George W. Bush administration.

“I am a passionate conservative, and I am the only passionate conservative running for president,” Mr. Santorum says

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TOPICS: Constitution/Conservatism; Crime/Corruption; Government; Politics/Elections
KEYWORDS: conservatives; obama; santorum; teaparty

1 posted on 11/07/2011 7:36:05 AM PST by lakeprincess
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To: lakeprincess
Santorum: “I am the only passionate conservative running for president”

What, Cain and Bachmann are not passionate? Or maybe Santorum thinks they are not conservative. Or maybe he thinks they are really not running for president.

It's quotes like the one above that make Santorum sound a bit immature.

2 posted on 11/07/2011 7:50:32 AM PST by Leaning Right (Why am I carrying this lantern? you ask. I am looking for the next Reagan.)
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To: Leaning Right
It's quotes like the one above that make Santorum sound a bit immature.

One thing I've noticed about him this time around is that he spends a lot of time talking about himself and not nearly enough time discussing solutions to the pressing problems of the day. Which is likewise not the mark of a mature politician.

3 posted on 11/07/2011 7:56:20 AM PST by freespirited (Stupid people are ruining America. --Herman Cain)
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To: lakeprincess

Wipe that condescending smirk off your face and try again.


4 posted on 11/07/2011 10:49:07 AM PST by douginthearmy
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