Ron Paul

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Whoo, go Ronnie!

[BallHawk]

Are you one of his YouTube cronies?

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No. He is just a smart man. He won't win because he doesn't have the support, but he is certainly smart enough and in my opinion the right man for the job.

[BallHawk]

No. He is just a smart man. He won't win because he doesn't have the support, but he is certainly smart enough and in my opinion the right man for the job.

He certainly has a backing among the 20-30 year old demographic. I don't think his problem is support, he just doesn't have the name appeal. Obviously, he's more known now then he was when he first entered the race, but when you're competing against "The People's Hero" in Giuliani and a guy that's made big headline in Romney, you're not only going to have to go the extra mile for votes, but for money and fundraising, as well. I think that his stance on the issues is solid and that he is a likable guy. However, he's just another guy who "tells it like it is." He doesn't stand out from the crowd, he doesn't make headlines. In an interview with James Kotecki he seemed like a good guy, but I don't see it working for him. If I had to see a GOP candidate elected (it won't happen, but hypothetical situation here) I would place him 2nd, behind Romney. Hell, I think Romney's going to get the GOP nomination. He's earning money in fundraising and his name gets in the news enough. He's lucky that he's running against a relatively weak field, though

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No. He is just a smart man. He won't win because he doesn't have the support, but he is certainly smart enough and in my opinion the right man for the job.

He certainly has a backing among the 20-30 year old demographic. I don't think his problem is support, he just doesn't have the name appeal. Obviously, he's more known now then he was when he first entered the race, but when you're competing against "The People's Hero" in Giuliani and a guy that's made big headline in Romney, you're not only going to have to go the extra mile for votes, but for money and fundraising, as well. I think that his stance on the issues is solid and that he is a likable guy. However, he's just another guy who "tells it like it is." He doesn't stand out from the crowd, he doesn't make headlines. In an interview with James Kotecki he seemed like a good guy, but I don't see it working for him. If I had to see a GOP candidate elected (it won't happen, but hypothetical situation here) I would place him 2nd, behind Romney. Hell, I think Romney's going to get the GOP nomination. He's earning money in fundraising and his name gets in the news enough. He's lucky that he's running against a relatively weak field, though

Um, a GOP candidate will be elected.. Are you crazy? Chocolate Hussein Obama or a women? Not to knock on either of those, but I am simply stating why they won't be voted in. Society as a whole is not ready for a female president (why that is I know not of) or a black/muslin either.

I don't think it will be Paul or Romney. I think it'll be Fred Thompson or Guiliani.

[Freak Out]

Ron Paul is a good guy but he has no $$$$. He also needs a little establishment backing and he has none. In his case two strikes are as good as three. Obama will not get the nomination Clinton will.....and depending on who the "group" throw out against her she has a good shot.

[BallHawk]

Um, a GOP candidate will be elected.. Are you crazy? Chocolate Hussein Obama or a women? Not to knock on either of those, but I am simply stating why they won't be voted in. Society as a whole is not ready for a female president (why that is I know not of) or a black/muslin either.

Have you seen the polls? You do the same thing everybody else does. If you look at the polls the majority of America would be willing to elect a woman or a black president. However, the majority of America thinks that majority of America, besides them, wouldn't be willing to elect a black president.

Also, I'm assuming that is supposed to be "Muslim." Ummmm....are you assuming since his middle name is Hussein he's a muslim? He's worked extensively in Chicago's community, largely working through churches. There is no way in hell he's muslim or even associates with the Islamic community. Just because Fox news says it, doesn't mean it's true.

America will elect a black/woman this election. I guarantee it.

[MJZiggy]

Hey, if they team up, we could elect both...

[Jimx29]

Never quite understood that whole transgender dealio.

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Um, a GOP candidate will be elected.. Are you crazy? Chocolate Hussein Obama or a women? Not to knock on either of those, but I am simply stating why they won't be voted in. Society as a whole is not ready for a female president (why that is I know not of) or a black/muslin either.

Have you seen the polls? You do the same thing everybody else does. If you look at the polls the majority of America would be willing to elect a woman or a black president. However, the majority of America thinks that majority of America, besides them, wouldn't be willing to elect a black president.

Also, I'm assuming that is supposed to be "Muslim." Ummmm....are you assuming since his middle name is Hussein he's a muslim? He's worked extensively in Chicago's community, largely working through churches. There is no way in hell he's muslim or even associates with the Islamic community. Just because Fox news says it, doesn't mean it's true.

America will elect a black/woman this election. I guarantee it.

What exactly has Obama or Hilary done? Obama has been a Senator for 2 years and has spent the whole time campaigning to be president, not addressing issues.

Hilary is not at all qualified.

Edwards is merely throwing his name in the hat and dividing the party.

Sorry, but a dem isn't going to win.

Not that Guiliani is any better in terms of qualifications, but you've got the christians who are going to vote for him. Plus he will win New York despite being Republican. That will be a critical loss to the Dems.

[Tyrone Bigguns]

Um, a GOP candidate will be elected.. Are you crazy? Chocolate Hussein Obama or a women? Not to knock on either of those, but I am simply stating why they won't be voted in. Society as a whole is not ready for a female president (why that is I know not of) or a black/muslin either.

Have you seen the polls? You do the same thing everybody else does. If you look at the polls the majority of America would be willing to elect a woman or a black president. However, the majority of America thinks that majority of America, besides them, wouldn't be willing to elect a black president.

Also, I'm assuming that is supposed to be "Muslim." Ummmm....are you assuming since his middle name is Hussein he's a muslim? He's worked extensively in Chicago's community, largely working through churches. There is no way in hell he's muslim or even associates with the Islamic community. Just because Fox news says it, doesn't mean it's true.

America will elect a black/woman this election. I guarantee it.

What exactly has Obama or Hilary done? Obama has been a Senator for 2 years and has spent the whole time campaigning to be president, not addressing issues.

Hilary is not at all qualified.

Edwards is merely throwing his name in the hat and dividing the party.

Sorry, but a dem isn't going to win.

Not that Guiliani is any better in terms of qualifications, but you've got the christians who are going to vote for him. Plus he will win New York despite being Republican. That will be a critical loss to the Dems.

Once again, you are talking out of your ass. Do you ever think before you post?

Obama: What has he ever done? Is that really a relevant question. This country elected Bush who accomplished considerably less than Obama. Governor of Texas, that is it. And, Texas gives their governor the least amount of power of almost all governorships.

Hilary: Not qualified. Wow, your opinion is gospel? Again, her qualifications are equal to, if not better than Bush's. She has spent 10 plus years in Washington. As first lady she definitely was involved, not like Laura Bush or more traditional first ladies. Didn't we all hear the constant complaints that bill was elected not her.

If Hillary isn't qualified, then the Republicans should just concede the election as Rudy has NO qualifications, Romney isn't qualified, etc.

Edwards: How can running for the nomination divide the party. You run, you continue to run or drop out. You go the national convention and either get the nomination or you don't. The party then rallies around the nomination. If Edwards chose to run as an independent after someone else received the nomination then he would be dividing the party.

[the_idle_threat]

Never quite understood that whole transgender dealio.

I was thinking the same thing ...

But they do say the tallest candidate usually has an advantage in an election.

[BallHawk]

Obama has been a Senator for 2 years and has spent the whole time campaigning to be president, not addressing issues.

Not really. He intended to finish his work in the senate and then run in 2012. However, with all the hype surrounding him, he made the smart deceision and ran now.

So the whole "He hasn't done jack, besides campaigning" shtick isn't really that accurate.

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Obama has been a Senator for 2 years and has spent the whole time campaigning to be president, not addressing issues.

Not really. He intended to finish his work in the senate and then run in 2012. However, with all the hype surrounding him, he made the smart deceision and ran now.

So the whole "He hasn't done jack, besides campaigning" shtick isn't really that accurate.

I refuse to address Tyrone since he is a troll and nothing more.

What has he done?!??!? How has he made Illinois a better place to live??!???!?

He hasn't done jack. He talks a good game. I can think of another guy who did that that ended up impeacher and didn't do a lot for our country.

He isn't going to win. And good riddance for that. We need another strong GOP candidate. Just not Bush and Cheney and the Haliburton fun that comes along with them.

[the_idle_threat]

Obama has been a Senator for 2 years and has spent the whole time campaigning to be president, not addressing issues.

Not really. He intended to finish his work in the senate and then run in 2012. However, with all the hype surrounding him, he made the smart deceision and ran now.

So the whole "He hasn't done jack, besides campaigning" shtick isn't really that accurate.

Sounds like it's kind of accurate based upon your own statement above, BH. He intended to finish his "work" in the Senate, but was interrupted by his calling to be president. It's not like he was in the Senate very long and can point to a long list of accomplishments there.

And in any case, Senatorial experience doesn't translate very well to the executive office. Sure, he can act as part of a 100-member body, but how is he as a leader? It's a huge question mark. Perhaps this is one reason why ex-Senators aren't often elected to the chief executive office. Hasn't the Democratic party learned anything from the past two presidential elections???