Posted on 09/26/2011 9:13:37 PM PDT by smoothsailing
“So I while I do not hope either wins the nomination, I prefer Romney to Perry but ultimately want Palin.”
Ditto!
What you said.
Amen
The question itself is stealth propaganda. The Leftist Media trying to pick the Republican candidate for us. That’s all.
If forced to choose between only those two, then it will be Perry. But if I could choose from among all the candidates, then it is no doubt, it is Cain!
Politico, a spin off of the Washington Post (most of their people are rats leaving the sinking ship) has decided like the rest of the media that only Perry and Romney exist.
“I have been watching MSM. It’s hilarious that they won’t mention his name.”
It scares the heck out of them that they might not be able to play the race card. :)
they both suck..
Palin, Bachmann, Newt maybe or Cain will do...if Palin would get her sweet butt in the race some day
yep...I said Newt maybe...somebeach is like Cheney....beartrap brain on him...he’s grown on me and yes I know he is a rake
Dick Cheney.
I've done a great deal of research into Perry's background and am still digging reading speeches and decisions he's made over the years. Honest disagreement is one thing. Of course, the heartless remark was over the top. But I'm really confounded by all the hurt feelings shown by so many "so-called", hardcore rightwingers here on FR. I thought you folks had thicker skin.
I'm as staunch on the Feds securing the borders with a fence/wall, boots on the ground and high tech assets, as anyone. Perry opposes a 1200 mile fence, but does support strategic fencing, boots on the ground and high tech assets too. I don't agree with in-state tuition, but imo its a states rights issue and not a free ride. This past April the state legislature here in Colorado voted it down. For the time being anyway. What I find most troubling about Perry is his opposition to a full fence and the E-Verify system.
We do agree. Perry's debate skills suck. Hell, I've defended him better on this forum then Perry has himself in those debates. But face it. There are no ideal candidates. Perry has a strong conservative governing record and supports the conservative agenda. I won't vote for Romney. Herman Cain is a great guy, but I doubt he has the horsepower to get the nomination. Bachmann remains in meltdown. And I'm not waiting for Palin. Why? Never thought she would run.
I choose to vote present on that question.
No.
I am a conservative and I am for Rick Perry.
I’m just a heartless guy who doesn’t think government money should be used to send illegals to college.
A very good post. I agree with the states having the right to do with what they want. I am not mad about Perry doing anything he wants to in the state. However, once you are President you have a lot of influence to ensure something happens in the entire country. What he believes in Texas he will believe for the country. That is my only probably with him. You can absolutely tell that he is passionate about the illegal families that are in Texas because he notices how hard they work and he has a soft spot for them in his heart. We have them here they stand outside the local carpenter store and people use them all the time for various tasks on their house. You know it is very tempting to use them because they do a good job and they are cheap. For example, I got some work done on the house that cost me 4,000 dollars to get it done by a professional company but I could have gone to get a few guys standing by for work and got the job done for around 1200 (TOPS) but it just isn’t right. I believe that when Perry was working the fields and other jobs that he was doing when he was younger, he watched how hard the illegals worked and was impressed. Although he can feel that way and have this tug of the heart, but he cannot do that as President. It just would not be a good idea at all.
I think Mitt and Rick both SUCK.
I love that photo. Rick has that “don’t ask me any tough questions because I’m not that bright” look on his face.
People with no heart don’t vote for Rick Perry. I am totally heartless.
What you may have is, Bush-Burnout! LOL And I can appreciate it too. I think changing a President Perry's mind on a full border fence is an obstacle conservatives in Congress can overcome. Perry told Hannity last week that in-state tuition is not something for the entire country, its a state by state decision. And right now there are 13(?) states that have a form of in-state tuition for illegals. The toughest law exists in Texas. Remember too, Perry is a huge supporter of the 10th amendment and its call for federalism. I believe Perry would be open to applying federalism just the way Reagan envisioned it. So yes, I think Perry would be aggressive in securing the border. Its the Feds job. Remember too. Perry opposed the Arizona immigration law, called it not right for Texas. But he allowed his AG to join the group that sued the Feds to allow implementation.
You said, "We are still so early in this........". Maybe later then you think. Romney has the GOP establishment support and the fact he's next in line to become the nominee. Contrary to what some believe, Perry is not the establishment candidate. Outside of Texas anyway.
My Husband and I have joined the Cain Mutiny!
Even if, somehow the Republican Party misses the boat, we will proudly write “Herman Cain” on our ballots.
Go Herman!
Would pay to see him debate Zero.
Good night! That hurts!! As much as I have ridiculed the UFO believers on this forum, I guess, I am getting some of it back at me over my acceptance of Governor Rick Perry.
Just don’t hit me with that thing about the Santa Monica Pier.
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