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Rudy Isn't Red Enough

Posted by EFuller on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 7:30:39 AM
Rudy Giuliani courted social conservatives over the weekend. But I remain unconvinced -- which led to an interesting conversation with a friend.

My friend likes Rudy. He thinks Rudy is the only chance to beat Hillary. He's not bothered by Rudy's liberal positions on social issues -- he feels Bush has "imposed his moral views as law." He is more comfortable with Rudy than a social conservative.

I however, have very mixed feelings about Rudy. Yes, he has the moxie to lead. Yes, he has a good record as mayor of NYC.

But I fear his pledge to appoint constructionist judges is not bedrock to his character.  I suspect Rudy will find good political reasons to shift priorities away from social conservative issues. I further suspect he  is like Bush -- a mixed bag. Bush was a social conservative, but a big government Republican. Rudy may be something of a fiscal conservative, but a social liberal. Bush has not fully satisfied, but I will probably be happier with the net result than four years of Giuliani.

I told my friend I feared too many religious right voters would vote for a third party if Rudy won the nomination. He's not concerned. He thinks enough Democrats would vote for Rudy to make up the difference. I suspect he is like Dick Armey -- tired of values voters and hopes they'll go away.

He also thinks Romney would lose as many religious conservative voters because of his Mormonism -- without picking up any Democrat votes. 

In reflecting on the conversation, I believe the real problem is too many are voting against Hillary and not for conservative principles. We conservatives are too focused on preventing defeat instead of advancing our cause.

I still think Rudy isn't red enough.
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What Does Global Warming Have to Do With Peace?

Posted by EFuller on Friday, October 12, 2007 8:10:36 PM
Al Gore and a U.N. committee have received the Nobel Peace Prize. Is this a backhanded compliment?

What does global warming have to do with peace? I find it interesting that Al didn't receive the award for science.

Of course, no award for "science" exists. But one does exist for physics and chemistry. So how does the weather fit into peace?

The Nobel Foundation has cheapened their prize. Past prizes have gone for economic development efforts, nuclear disarmament, democracy efforts and the rights of women and children.

Oh, wait ... I'm too late. The prize was cheapened in 2002 when it was awarded to Jimmy Carter.

My bad.
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Save the Children From Socialized Medicine

Posted by EFuller on Thursday, October 04, 2007 7:17:37 AM
The current squabble over SCHIP -- whether a program for poor children should be expanded to the middle class -- is another salvo from those seeking government control of the health care industry. We must see the larger battle and save the children from Hillary Care.

Why? Because bureaucracy can't deliver. Consider the Veterans Administration. I have friends who work for the VA. Management policies have reduced the level of care for vets. Nurses and doctors are overworked. Doctors have formed unions to combat the problem -- a remarkable step.

Wasn't a government-run hospital in the news not long ago for housing patients in deplorable, deteriorating facilities?

We have government-run health care in this country -- the VA. While many excellent doctors and nurses are a part of the system, they have to fight a bureaucracy to do what is best for the patient. The bureaucracy doesn't have to answer to the consumer, doesn't have to compete by offering excellent service and care.

Do you want a bureaucrat deciding what's best for your child?

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Stop and See "Stoplight"

Posted by EFuller on Monday, October 01, 2007 10:06:17 PM
Want a catchy video commentary on social issues -- from a conservative Christian viewpoint? Forget the youtube wasteland, give Stoplight a try! These short videos are so entertaining, I watched them all!
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Time for a New(t) Candidate?

Posted by EFuller on Thursday, September 27, 2007 8:00:21 PM
Cal Thomas, in his column New(t) Ideas highlights the difference between the approach of the Presidential candidates of both parties and Newt Gingrich. Which leads to the question: Is it time for a New(t) candidate?

You might answer yes, if you are a conservative and feel Fred has fizzled. What has he done since his formal announcement?

You might answer yes, if you realize just how savagely Rudy will be attack -- and how well those attacks will alienate the values voters.

You might answer yes, if you see the lack of enthusiasm for Romney. Sure he's organizing early states well, but will he resonate with the public?

But more than anything, you will answer yes when you examine the ideas and approach Newt offers. Perhaps the best way to change the debate is to enter the race.

Now, where do you go to donate money?...
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Nobody Wants Justice in Jena

Posted by EFuller on Thursday, September 20, 2007 9:29:11 PM
Thousands protested in Jena, LA today -- but most do not want justice.  (I am about to become very unpopular...)

Leaders of the protest claimed the issue is inequality in the justice system. The crowds gathered to show support for the six black teens arrested for beating a white teen. They carried signs calling for the "Jena Six" to be freed.

So what's wrong with this picture? Calling for the Jena Six to escape punishment. Let's look at the facts according to one news report:

The cause of Thursday's demonstrations dates to August 2006, when a black Jena High School student asked at a student assembly whether blacks could sit under a shade tree that was a frequent gathering place for whites. He was told yes. But nooses appeared in the tree the next day. Three white students were suspended but not criminally prosecuted. LaSalle Parish District Attorney Reed Walters said this week he could find no state law covering the act.
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The noose incident was followed by fights between blacks and whites, culminating in December's attack on white student Justin Barker, who was knocked unconscious. According to court testimony, his face was swollen and bloodied, but he was able to attend a school function that same night.


Six black teens were arrested. Five were originally charged with attempted second-degree murder - charges that have since been reduced for four of them. The sixth was booked as a juvenile on sealed charges.

Justice requires that a crime, even one against a despicable person, be prosecuted. The courts near prisons are full of prosecutions of crimes by one inmate against another. In the same way, if a citizen commits a crime against a convicted felon, justice requires the citizen be prosecuted.

I am not stating that the victim of the beating in this case is a criminal or a despicable person. It is unclear from news reports if he is even one of the students suspended for hanging the noose. But even if he is, a crime was committed against him.

Nor am I stating that the other students involved in the fight -- black or white -- are without guilt. I also do not assert that hanging a noose in a tree as a racial statement should go unpunished.

I do state that calls to "free" the Jena Six are calls to fight injustice with another injustice. 

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Drum Beat of Scandal for Clinton?

Posted by EFuller on Tuesday, September 11, 2007 8:43:42 PM
Hillary Clinton will return $850,000 in campaign funds raised by Norman Hsu. Hsu, a fugitive, has also been a major Democratic fundraiser. Will the mainstream media beat the drum of scandal?

You know the tune -- it once was beat to the rhythm of "Abramoff and the Republicans -- SCANDAL!"

Will we hear the same pounding for "Hsu, Clinton and Democrats"? Will they seriously, consistantly and constantly talk about the possible money laundering of donations by Hsu? Will they report on the FBI investigation? Will they explore the Clinton connection? Will pictures of Norman and Bill or Hillary be shown as commentators ask pointed questions?

Don't dance to soon -- the drums are still silent...
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Thompson and Global Warming

Posted by EFuller on Sunday, September 09, 2007 7:00:45 PM
GunnyG, thanks for bring a smile to my face with "gloBULL warming!" Gunny also has a quote from Fred Thompson on the topic -- the quote illustrates one reason I like the Fred...
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A Thompson-Huckabee Debate?!

Posted by EFuller on Sunday, September 09, 2007 6:05:03 PM
Mike Huckabee has challenged Fred Thompson to a one-on-one Lincoln-Douglas style debate. I LOVE it!

The debate is a win-win situation. Huckabee wins because he could leap out of the second string and take on one of the big dogs. Thompson wins because the limelight is on two, not the multitude of candidates -- keeping Giuliani, Romney and McCain out of the picture. Both can use it as a tune up for later similar debates. (I certainly hope Newt's idea of several debates of this type by the nominees will catch hold.)

Conservatives win because two of the most conservative candidates present their ideas -- might as well know if conservatism has any traction sooner than later. Republicans win because both can tee off against the Democrats. This is not really a Mike vs. Fred thing -- but a chance to see Mike and Fred present and persuade.

The real test of the numbers after the debate would not be Thompson vs. Huckabee -- who won the debate -- but how the numbers of each change against the rest of the pack AND against the Democrats. This could be a big winner for both.

Why not hold it in New Hampshire, as Mike suggests. How about a scenic townhall setting? Then, if it works well, hold another in Iowa. Tape the entire thing and post the video online.

I think the first topic should be security (terrorism, border security, Iran, Iraq, etc.) What do you think?
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Fred Makes the Campaign More Fun

Posted by EFuller on Thursday, September 06, 2007 8:18:09 PM
Fred Thompson's entry into the campaign means more fun! Here are a few slogan all can enjoy!

Thompson supporter = Fred Head

Red state Thompson supporter T-shirt slogan = Red for Fred

Campaign contribution = Bread for Fred

Thompson's education policy = Fred's Ed

Thompson's health care policy = Fred's Med

Headline after Thompson's coat tails increase Republicans in Congress = Victory Led By Fred

Headline about Kennedy's outrage at Thompson's election = Ted Red Over Fred


Even Democrats can have some fun!

Criticism for lack of youthful energy = Dead as Fred

Slogan following Thompson's first term as President = Shed Fred Now

I know...too much...

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Where in the World Is Norman?

Posted by EFuller on Wednesday, September 05, 2007 8:27:57 PM
Democrat Fundraiser Skips Bail Hearing -- Fails to Surrender Passport

Noman Hsu, Clinton fundraiser and contributor to Democratic candidates, has skipped a bail hearing in which he was ordered to surrender his passport. He had avoided arrest for more than a decade before being booked recently.

A story lurks here, but Senator Craig must surely delight Hillary. The leak of his intent NOT to resign has kept the spotlight off Norman and his flight. Still, I'd love for a reporter to ask Hillary, "Where in the world is Norman?"
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Look Past the Ridicule...If You Dare

Posted by EFuller on Monday, September 03, 2007 6:21:54 PM
President Bush ridiculed a Fox News reporter who asked about a possible North American Union. He asked at the news conference concluding the August 21 summit with the leaders of Mexico and Canada. But Phyllis Schlafly paid close attention:

President George W. Bush, Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and Mexican President Felipe Calderon all refused to deny that the Security and Prosperity Partnership is a stepping stone toward a North American Union.

The $64,000 question was posed by Fox News reporter Bret Baier. He asked all three heads of state, "Can you say today that this is not a prelude to a North American Union, similar to a European Union?"


Their response was positively sensational. Not one denied that SPP is leading to a North American Union. The White House transcript of the news conference allows us to assume that the elites of the three countries are, indeed, moving toward North American integration.

Thanks to Kath for bringing this to our attention. More...

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Reading Fred's Story

Posted by EFuller on Monday, September 03, 2007 6:08:42 PM
Want a good bio of Fred Thompson? Try a recent MSNBC  Newsweek article. You can also go to www.imwithfred.com and see a bio here.

I found the MSNBC Newsweek article very interesting. Fred fathered a child in high school, then married. He worked hard while the family grew and he attended college. Many think Fred is lazy, but it seems he just likes to enjoy life. But once he decides to do something, he works hard to achieve it. We'll see if this holds true in a Presidential campaign...
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The Secret Behind UN "Science"

Posted by EFuller on Friday, August 31, 2007 6:33:02 AM
Can you trust UN reports on scientific matters? No. Consider the reports of the  Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Rather than factual scientific documents, they are political documents. Scientific findings they supposedly represent are edited to fit the political message of the summary. This interesting tidbit was revealed on the Inhofe EPW Press Blog in a post by Michael Asher (emphasis added):

But does the IPCC represent a consensus view of world scientists? Despite media claims of "thousands of scientists" involved in the report, the actual text is written by a much smaller number of "lead authors." The introductory "Summary for Policymakers" -- the only portion usually quoted in the media -- is written not by scientists at all, but by politicians, and approved, word-by-word, by political representatives from member nations. By IPCC policy, the individual report chapters -- the only text actually written by scientists -- are edited to "ensure compliance" with the summary, which is typically published months before the actual report itself.

Looks like the National Inquirer may give a more balance view.

Oh yeah, Asher also reports that in a survey of 528 scientific papers on climate change published between 2004 and 2007 only one claimed that warming would cause catastrophic results!
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Money Laundering on the Campaign Trail?

Posted by EFuller on Tuesday, August 28, 2007 10:02:39 PM
OK -- yesterday I had election fatigue. But today I found something interesting. How can a couple making $50,000 per year donate $45,000 to Hillary in the past two years?

The story  appeared on the Wall Street Journal Online and was linked to by Drudge -- so the mainstream media should know. The real question is will they care? Will they investigate money laundering or campaign finance fraud? I doubt it.

I predict the bathroom escapades of a Republican Senator will receive more attention...
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