Those who have been reading for a while have seen me blog about Ken Vaughn. Ken is running for Congress in Virginia’s 11th district. Ken is a friend, as is his wife Julie and her sister Cindy and their awesome little dog Jazzy. Ken is not a politician and not part of the GOP establishment. He spent his life in the private sector. He and Julie are the epitome of self-made people. They are kind. They are charitable. They truly care about this country and the direction in which it’s headed.
They’re religious, but they wouldn’t dream of imposing their beliefs on anyone else. They freely offer good thoughts and prayers to those who need them – not as a way to convert anyone, but as an act of kindness. They believe in freedom and achievement, and live those principles every day.
I found it interesting and instructive that in a recent article about Ken, several supporters of his opponent in the primary – Chris Perkins – have attacked Ken as someone less likely to defeat Connolly this year, citing this as the reason they wouldn’t give him their support. Not that Ken’s ideas are bad. Not that Ken is incompetent. But he’s not as bombastic as Perkins.
A patriotic, passionate leader who dedicated over 20 years of his life defending this country, Colonel Perkins is the only GOP candidate with a legitimate chance of removing lifetime politician Gerry Connolly from office. If Vaughn were to be nominated, I fear that Connolly would walk away with this election, wasting a golden opportunity to unseat a Congressman who prides himself in working alongside the President to advance the big government, high spending agenda of the Obama administration.
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I think Chris Perkins is the best-positioned candidate to usher Gerry Connolly into a well-deserved retirement, or at least usher him off to K Street where career politicians go to cash in.
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Vaughn doesn’t care about beating Connolly he cares about himself, a few months ago he was running against Frank Wolf
Here’s the thing, folks. This “electability” issue is how we wound up with McCain in 2008, and why we will wind up with Mittens in the general this year. Somehow this country has stopped voting for quality people who share their ideals, but instead vote for the lesser of two evils who will beat the greater of the two evils.
Why?
Why is a man who wants to serve his nation in Congress – a man who sacrificed many of his own resources for the opportunity to serve – who lives by his values – who wants to help fix what’s wrong with this country – considered somehow selfish and wrong?
Why is simply beating Connolly more important than defeating him AND electing the best man to public office?
Ken is running, because he wants to serve this country! He’s not running against a specific person, although by the very nature of the thing, that is what he will wind up doing. He’s running because he honestly wants to be part of the solution to this nation’s problems. He could just stay in the private sector and enjoy his time with his family, but he wants to serve the people of his county and the people of America.
As a military veteran, I respect that, and I see nothing wrong with it, despite what the Chris Perkins’ apparatchiks seem to think.
I prefer a man who spent his life in the private sector – who knows how to run his own business and manage his own finances – who respects this country and wants to help improve it, no matter who is running against him.
I am a veteran, and I respect and support other veterans. What I won’t do is support other veterans at the expense of actual quality.
I do believe Ken Vaughn is the better candidate for Virginia’s 11th district.
I do believe in his values, his integrity and his intelligence.
I’m glad he decided to run – no matter who his opponent is – because I think he’s the best man for the job.
We need to stop voting for the candidate who is most “electable,” and start voting for the candidate who is the best.
Period.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 12:54:26
So Nicki, are you one of the people who subscribe to the belief that nominating Newt Gingrich is the best option for our country and our party, when clearly he would get destroyed by Barack Obama in the general election. Electibility does matter, Nicki, I’m sorry to say it. John McCain lost because George W. Bush was one of the most unpopular two-term presidents this nation has seen in a half centruy, not becuase McCain was too ‘moderate’ or because he was the wrong nominee. No one we nominated that year would have been able to overcome the widespread unpopularity of our party at the time. So, by all means, vote for Ken Vaghn if you wish, but recognize that it would dramatically increase Connolly’s chances of holding the seat, in the same way a Gingrich nomination would guarantee a man none of wants to see as President remain in the White House for 4 additional years. Ideology and principle are all fine and dandy, but when it comes down to reality, unseating Connolly and Obama are the most important things. And to most rational people, that is what truely matters most.
I would also like to add that the ratio of Veterans serving in Congress is at an almost 80-year low. We will have countless elected leaders will business experience, including the man who will be our president, and wanting to see a man who spend almost half his life fighting to defend this country is something I believe we all can support.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 12:57:23
Kenneth Vaughn is an inhuman reprobate with a heart of stone for wanting to cut veteran’s benefits. These men and women endured incredible amounts of pain and trauma which would have broken lesser people. They make these sacrifices to protect our country, to protect our rights, to protect our future and our very way of life, and this is how this upstart political degenerate wants to repay them? Whatever may have possessed this immoral, unprincipled disgrace to the field of politics to run for office is beyond my understanding. I support Perkins with every fiber of my being.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 12:59:04
Oh, and here’s lies the proof of his plan to cut veteran’s benefits http://www.vaughnforcongress.com/issues/budget-details/
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:08:21
Awwww. Apparatchiks. Isn’t that cute!
“Our military deserves the benefits that they receive, especially the medical benefits and pensions provided to the lower-ranking members. Nonetheless, every program must share in the cuts to some extent, but this should be one of the most protected programs.”
Do you have any idea what kind of WASTE we currently have within the VA? Cutting waste and abuse of funds would figure first in Ken’s plan. And you conveniently ignore the last portion of the paragraph. He wants to protect veterans’ benefits the most, but he also realizes that the kind of waste we have going on in that administration is not only irresponsible, but absurd.
You seem a little too bitter and a bit too angry to be rational.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:22:33
Kenneth Vaughn doesn’t say he wants to cut waste or administrative costs within the VA department. He says he wants to take money out of veterans pockets; food out of their children’s mouths. If he wanted to cut the administration costs he could say that but taking money out of the pockets of our veterans is immoral, un-american, un-patriotic, and just plain WRONG
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:28:42
He says he wants a 10 percent cut in the budget, and he plainly states he wants to ensure benefits are protected.
I don’t know where you’re getting this: He says he wants to take money out of veterans pockets; food out of their children’s mouths.
That is not at all what he said.
He has a son that’s joining the military. You honestly think he wants to hurt his kid?
Jan 31, 2012 @ 14:07:54
Chris Perkins held 8 Town Hall meetings, while letting the voters grill him on his understanding of all the issues, from every possible angle. It’s easy to have your staff write some policy piece, post it to a website, and make it look pretty, but its a hell of a lot harder to personally meet the voters, look them in the eye and let them grill you on every single policy there is. Also, Rob, clearly you either weren’t at the meeting or you have him confused with Ron Paul, because people of all ages, from preteens to senior citizens, were present, dressed in Perkins shirts, and just being the fervent supporters of Perkins that they are, because any person with common sense can see that Perkins can and will win this seat. You only get the right to say things like that inflammatory comment you posted above if you actually went there, saw everything, thoroughly disagree with him, and have a basis for your accusations.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 14:29:03
I only “get the right”… Cute. I’ll say what I want. Might I remind you that YOU threw out all sorts of accusations about Ken’s stand on the VA, etc and called him names. Don’t think for a moment that you’ll get by with that here. Clearly Perkins’ minions have decided it’s ‘game on’. So be it. Chris Perkins is a RINO who has NO plan to seriously address the growth of the federal government, or the national deficit, let alone the debt. He may as well be John McCain.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:02:04
Shawn, you’re new here, so I’m going to assume you just don’t know me or my views. I will vote for Zero before I ever support Newt Gingrich. He’s as much a RINO as Mittens, and he’s an odious, lying, self-aggrandizing, vainglorious piece of crap to boot.
I subscribe to the belief that we need THE BEST CANDIDATE POSSIBLE. Period. Not the best candidate that can beat the incumbent, but the best candidate. John McCain lost not just because of Bush’s lack of popularity, but because most conservatives wanted to PUKE when they thought of casting a vote in his direction. Some went out and did it anyway, others just stayed home. Yet others voted third party. And the independents just wanted something different. Obama also won because of a large turn out of very idealistic young people who have never voted before, and a large percentage of minorities. Politically incorrect? Yes. True? Yes.
I saw McCain speak at CPAC in 2008. He was a conceited fuck, whose attitude was, “I got this, and you’ll vote for me, because I am not a Democrat.” He essentially told the audience that he was going to do what he wanted to do, even if they disagree. And by the way, his minions made sure to pack the audience with McCain supporters, and there were still significant “BOOS” during that speech.
I am sick and tired of rewarding incompetence and treachery just because it has an “R” behind its name. The GOP will never have incentive to change if we continue to support them merely because the establishment puts forth a candidate that’s most likely to win, instead of a candidate that actually wants to fix what’s wrong with this country.
Feb 01, 2012 @ 08:57:41
Why would you vote for Obama? Oh well newt is not a person you want in your book club, but he is a “real” America: he is like free business and understsnd If you not a Yale grad you should be in jail for the crime of being poor.
You believe in america people like me( poor, disable, educated, social underpriviage virgins who just a job were they can help people and pay bills) are ruins this coutry. Voting for Obama is like saying people matter and human!!
Any way we need rep to fix the economy, lower mimme wage, cut program all that
Feb 01, 2012 @ 12:30:00
I’m quickly becoming convinced this is someone playing a gag.
Feb 11, 2012 @ 20:42:17
Rob
Only half. We do need to cut programs and lower MW. That is true, jail for being poor, is a good idea but…..
I had very poor but shit happen I tried to kill myself it didn’t work, I would not mind being poor if I was not in debt. I though death was a good to get out student loans. I’m not lazy yet piss at myself for being poor!
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:02:26
chris perkins is going to win and is the best candidate
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:17:38
You honestly don’t think I have access to your email and IP? No, you will not come to this site and spam it by using sock puppets.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:08:32
I just can’t help but feel like Perkins is the stronger candidate at this point. Electability, as much as you dismiss it, is truly vital. Whats the point of putting forth a candidate that can’t be elected? Sure, you may agree more with your choice, but the opposition will relish the fact that such a candidate would be annihilated in a general election. Like Shawn above me said, unseating incumbents matters more than perfectly lining up ideologies. And at this point, our veterans need as much help as we can get. They deserve it, and without them this country is nothing.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:11:55
I will respectfully disagree with you for the reasons I stated above. Honestly, I don’t have a dog in this fight. I don’t live in the district. I have my own hot mess to deal with – working to unseat Moran – and I will be doing everything in my power to support Patrick Murray in that endeavor. I looked long and hard at the candidates. I got to know Ken Vaughn personally, and I do believe he is the best candidate for the job, despite the fact that I’m an Army veteran. Objectivity is key.
Your mileage may vary.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:20:47
Seems like our friend Nicki doesn’t like that far more people support Perkins than her boy…shame.
If Ken can’t build a strong campaign now what makes you think that would change when the general election comes? Did you see the last FCRC dozens and dozens of people backing Perkins…who was there back Vaughn?
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:26:50
A) Don’t condescend to me, asshole. I disagree with you as to the qualities of the candidate, and I don’t fall in line with the herd. And I’m not your friend.
B) Again, I have no dog in this fight. It’s not my district. I call ‘em as I see ‘em.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:36:26
So he got a bunch of college kids in red t-shirts to whoop and holler for him at the FCRC meeting. Big deal. Unimpressive, much like your candidate. Frankly, Perkins comes across the kind of guy who’s “checked all the boxes” and is like “”check me out, service to my country, I deserve the nomination!”
He hasn’t really set forth any sort of platform beyond the platitudinal stuff on his website. It takes a little more.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:28:40
You ask: “Why is a man who wants to serve his nation in Congress – a man who sacrificed many of his own resources for the opportunity to serve – who lives by his values – who wants to help fix what’s wrong with this country – considered somehow selfish and wrong?” In your question, you imply that Perkins, a decorated soldier, does not want to serve and has not made sacrifices. Your interrogative also calls into question his integrity and desire to fix the problems in the district and the country.
You ask: “Why is simply beating Connolly more important than defeating him AND electing the best man to public office?” Vaughn has yet to prove that he is the best man for the job. You certainly have spoken well of Vaughn and his family, but you have not distinguished him from any other Republican stock politician. The words you have chosen to praise him and do not attribute to Perkins try to paint the latter as irresponsible and unqualified.
The best candidate is one who can actually defeat his opponent in a general election. Right, wrong, or indifferent, Vaughn lacks the personal gravitas necessary to sway independent voters and excite the party base. As for McCain’s loss in 2008, the country was exhausted under 8 years of George W. Bush. It did not matter who ran for the Republicans, they were going to lose. Virginia’s 11th Congressional Seat is a completely different story in that it is actually winnable. Keith Fimian ran and lost twice, both by narrow margins. Vaughn is too similar to him in both background and outward charisma. As such, he is not the person to defeat the incumbent. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly and expecting a different result.
Chris Perkins has my support, not because he is “the lesser of two evils who will beat the greater of two evils,” rather because he is the candidate with a demonstrated record of service to the country through which he gained experience in dealing with Congressmen. He is the candidate who is not a reflection of the status quo.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:32:59
Although I can understand where you are coming from, I would rather have a Republican congress who are moderates, than Pelosi running the show again and all these “true conservatives” sitting at home, patting themselves on the back for all their beliefs they hold so true.
No thanks, Perkins is the guy for me!
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:41:21
Max, I get where you’re coming from, but if we keep voting for “electability” over substance, nothing will ever change in Washington. I’m just dead tired of it.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 19:29:12
And by the way, Max, Scott Brown is a moderate. How did that work out for the GOP?
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:38:09
“In your question, you imply that Perkins, a decorated soldier, does not want to serve and has not made sacrifices. Your interrogative also calls into question his integrity and desire to fix the problems in the district and the country.” — I do no such thing. Someone on another site was impugning Vaughn’s character because he’s running for Congress to serve in Congress, not to beat Connolly. I have not said a single negative word about Col. Perkins. I do find it instructive, however, that his pals have crowded here in droves to impugn, castigate and ridicule his opponent. Hopefully, it’s not an indication of the types of people with whom he associates. How pathetic to see Republicans eat their own.
“Vaughn has yet to prove that he is the best man for the job. You certainly have spoken well of Vaughn and his family, but you have not distinguished him from any other Republican stock politician. The words you have chosen to praise him and do not attribute to Perkins try to paint the latter as irresponsible and unqualified.” — I have spoken to Ken extensively on the issues, and have written about him several times. In depth.
http://thelibertyzone.wordpress.com/2011/08/20/ken-vaughn-and-the-second-amendment/
http://thelibertyzone.wordpress.com/2011/03/16/a-new-congressional-candidate/
That’s why I support him.
“The definition of insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly and expecting a different result.” — I agree with that, and that’s why I support Vaughn. He’s different than Fimian. He has a more sound plan, and he’s incredibly well versed in it.
“Chris Perkins has my support, not because he is “the lesser of two evils who will beat the greater of two evils,” rather because he is the candidate with a demonstrated record of service to the country through which he gained experience in dealing with Congressmen. He is the candidate who is not a reflection of the status quo.” — I haven’t seen anything detailed about Perkins. He’s got personality. He’s bombastic. And that’s cool. I examined the issues on his site… some I like, some I don’t. I think Vaughn is the better candidate. YMMV.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 13:51:08
Nicki,
Do you know anything about Chris Perkins? Or are you merely reacting to comments made by people whom you perceive to be in your words, “Perkins’ apparatchiks”?
I know the man personally and have known him since my husband served with him in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
I also vote in the 11th district. Having watched Fimian run a lackluster campaign against Connolly and lose twice, I have to say that I am not inclined to support another lackluster candidate against a sitting incumbent. Chris is decidedly not lackluster.
He has already served his country with honor and wants to continue his service now as a public servant.
Chris also honestly wants to be a part of the solution to this nation’s problems. He wants to restore our nation that he spent the prime years of his life defending as a soldier to what it was and still can be.
Chris Perkins’ values, integrity and intelligence match Mr. Vaughn’s.
Chris Perkins is also a businessman, running his own business since his retirement. He too knows how to manage his finances and a budget. He has the chops.
Chris is not the lesser of two evils. He is the right man for the job of defeating Gerry Connolly and of representing the 11th District in congress.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 14:00:59
I thought I made it pretty clear that I am writing as a response to some of the comments I saw on the recent story on Ken Vaughn. It was an interview, in which I thought he answered questions quite well. And yet, the “apparatchiks” showed up and began to ridicule and castigate him. Why don’t you take a look at said comments. The article was pretty vanilla. It didn’t insult Perkins in any way. It was simply a feature on Ken Vaughn. And yet, a bunch of jerks came over there and began hurling insults. Interesting, don’t you think? Same tactics some of them are employing here. Are these the types of supporters he draws?
I don’t know Col. Perkins, and I have not in any way insulted or impugned him. I haven’t seen a detailed plan from him about the economy, and I’m not on board with entitlement protections as he has them written up on his site. I have no problem with his service, and I respect it – as an Army veteran and as an American. But until I see some actual details, instead of platitudes, I support whom I support. And I don’t support a candidate merely for his ability to defeat the opponent. I support him, because I find him to be genuine and committed.
Simple as that.
If you know the man, and he’s the quality person you describe, you might want to let him know many of his supporters truly hurt conservatism not just by attacking an opponent based on the fact that he’s an opponent, but alienating a potential friend an ally.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 14:18:44
I will do that, Nicki. Thanks for hearing me.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 18:07:08
Glad to have someone with some common sense come visit.
Cheers!
Jan 31, 2012 @ 15:27:23
It truly is amazing how sitting in front of a keyboard releases so much hostility and how many people do not pause and re-read before hitting that send button.
In today’s political climate we should be thanking each and every candidate for taking that first step in the fires of hell. We should all ask ourselves if we would be willing to take that step. The answer, as well you know, would be a resounding NO.
We are exceedingly lucky to have two fine men who have stepped up to the plate to take a shot at Connolly. Knowing how he and the DNC went after Keith Fimian would give anyone pause to re-consider.
That said, here are some of my observations.
I am not sure when Ken decided to run but I know it was a long time ago. That being said it should then be expected that as I move around my actively political friends that I would be constanly running into people who have a opinion one way or the other about him and his chances. Instead though, I am constantly hearing the question ” who is he”?
Why after these many months are so few people still not acquainted with Ken?
Nickie, you are quite correct. Ken and his wife Julie are very nice people. They obviously love this country and want to serve. BUT this is not enough! I have met Ken several times and heard him speak but I could not tell you what he stands for or what his issues are. Why is this? He has given me no real burning need to go on his web site ( does he have one) to find out. I see no organization, no reacing out to the community. Ken seems to just blend into the landscape.
Chris Perkins, on the other hand has entered this race with a purpose, a plan and the background to make a difference. What has he does differently to fire up the steam in so many supporters? Why, at the last FCRC meeting were people lining up to have a word with him? Why, when you mention his name do people “perk” up and say YES I have met him and he’s great?
Chris Perkins has breathed fire into people who were beaten down after the Connolly/Fimian race and the buzz causes people to want to go on his web site and read/learn more about him.
This in itself generates campaign donations and more volunteers. This in turn creates more buzz. btw..I’m in my 60′s and I wore a red t-shirt at the FCRC meeting…. in other words ROB all those were not teenagers showing support.
There were many who have seen their 50′s and so on!!
Yes I am supporting Chris Perkins but this does not mean I have no admiration or respect for Ken Vaughn. I think Chris Perkins is more qualified, more able, more capable and YES, more exciting. Whether it is right or wrong, the candidate running against Connolly will have to raise vast amounts of money and the candidate who can do this will be the one who can garner the support and enthusiasum of the most voters in the 11th District and even those outside who will come in to help defeat Connolly.
I am looking forward to seeing the debate between Ken & Chris in Feburary… it should and will put all these questions of who is the best candidate in crystal clear sight.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 15:37:54
I’m very glad you were there supporting Perkins. That said, there is a LARGE gulf in substance when you read the two candidates’ issue platforms. Perkins will do NOTHING to address our fiscal crisis. Look earlier in the thread for Ken’s views… Or you can look for yourself at VaughnForCongress.com and see.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 16:39:55
SYou know… It’s curious that the same thing you said about Vaughn, I say about Perkins. I’ve heard Ken speak several times, and have found him to be extremely knowledgeable, with a detailed plan and solid ideas. The only thing I know about Col. Perkins are the generalites on his website. Meanwhile Ken has every detail of his platform spelled out clear as day on his site. I guess we’ll see the substance of both candidates during the debates.
That said… You’re absolutely correct to be disgusted with the lack of maturity some people have exibited with regard to the candidates. My blog entry was written specifically in response to the vitriol I saw in the article I cited. The article was a very nice feature that explained a candidate’s views. And yet, the Perkins supporters saw it fit to attack Vaughn – not for any substantive reason – but for silly reasons such as him wanting to serve in Congress instead of running to defeat Connolly. They attacked his personality. They attacked his motives. They saw a positive article about Perkins’ political opponent as somehow derogatory toward their candidate. And as you can see, they contine to do so here. A positive article about Ken Vaughn is to them an insult to Chris Perkins.
They’re alienating allies.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 16:04:19
Im a conservative and I think Chris Perkins is the best candidate not Ken Vaughn, Perkins will win and I back him 100%
Jan 31, 2012 @ 16:17:29
I’m sure Ken Vaughn is good conservative and cares deeply about the future of the country; but, as has been noted, he’s had difficulty exciting our base. I’ve listened to Vaughn and Perkins (and Steven Yeh) and, to me, they all seem to be making about the same main point: we have to get our budget under control.
In 2010, I worked hard for Keith Fimian, a strong conservative and a great fundraiser. In my opinion, Fimian is a much stronger candidate than Vaughn, but even he was unable to unseat Connolly in a great Republican year. Now the district has become even more Democratic, and we can expect an increase in Democratic voters coming out to reelect Obama this year. Both of these facts make a candidate like Vaughn even harder to elect. And what liberal policies change as a result of nominating a candidate we like just to lose the general election to a liberal Democrat like Gerry Connolly? None.
The way I see it, Perkins’ background of military service, Capitol Hill experience, small business experience, and his engaging personality help make him the stronger candidate for this race. There may well be other races in the future for which Vaughn would be better suited (county board? state legislature?), but I think Perkins should be our choice for Congress this year.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 18:58:36
A record of service in the military or the lack thereof is no guarantee of political success. Jimmy Carter had a fine record of military service and he is the second worst president in the history of this country. Ronald Reagan, OTOH, did not serve and was the best president in the 20th century.
Pick another argument – that dog won’t hunt.
I think it’s time we had people in Congress who actually live in the real world. No more lawyers. No more RINO’s. We are dangling on the edge of the precipice. Ken is more than able to help right the ship.
Feb 01, 2012 @ 08:11:27
I’d have to go with Coolidge over Reagan.
But, dead on.
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Feb 07, 2012 @ 14:04:32
A record of service in the military is certainly no guarantee, but it indicates that, at least once, the candidate put the well-being of his country ahead of his own. Jimmy Carter would have been an excellent peanut farmer, but the basis of his success in Georgia was zero-based budgeting, and that’d be enormously attractive in the federal government. That the man had no foreign policy testicles at all was a little harder to gauge before the election. Of course, his opponent in that election was a little more electable than McCain…
It amazes me how the institutional republicans, with their native ability to squeeze out turds for candidates, managed to let Reagan get the nomination.
Feb 20, 2012 @ 10:21:09
I don’t know either Perkins nor Vaughn on a personal level, but if the platforms of their websites are any indication, Vaughn is clearly more freedom, conservative-minded, and SERVICE-minded than Perkins. While Vaughn laid out specifics of his beliefs and policies, which fall in line with a constructionist view of the Constitution and its limitations on government, Perkins listed the same old vague, non-answer rhetoric on just about every issue. A retired colonel now running for congress strikes me as someone who’s going into politics for career reasons, not to serve. My vote’s going to someone who understands the intended limitations on Federal Government the Constitution lays out, not a retired colonel who, judging by the blub on his website, wants to throw more money to military expansionism and civil rights-violating domestic security agencies. The “electability” good ol’ boy mentality is why the Republican party has had one foot in the grave since 2008.
Feb 20, 2012 @ 11:21:21
Thanks for your comment, John. That’s really all anyone can ask: examine both candidates with a clear mind and eye, and then make a decision.
Cheers!