There are times that politicians, in either party, must put their own ambitions aside for the good of the country. Recent days have revealed two such gentlemen in the GOP, both of whom would argue this is not the case, that they are looking out for the welfare of the country.
First, last week, Missouri Congressman Todd Akin (R) stated "in an interview with Fox affiliate KTVI...[that] a woman's body can typically fend off pregnancy during a 'legitimate rape.' 'It seems to me first of all, from what I understand from doctors, that's really rare,' Akin told KTVI. 'If it's a legitimate rape, the female body has ways to try to shut that whole thing down.'" http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2012/08/21/rep-akin-stays-in-race-as-deadline-passes-resists-wall-gop-pressure/ In my humble opinion, this comment was stupid, unnecessary, and totally void of sensitivity or compassion to women who have been forced to go through the horrible nightmare of being raped. From reports I have heard, it appears his statement has no medical basis. But that is not the point here, what is, however, is the Congressman Akin had no business thrusting his "nose" into something he has no understanding or background in and thus, appearing completely heartless. My intention is not to attack Congressman Akin as a person, he has apologized and I do not believe he sought to cause damage through his comments. It does not change the fact though that it is time for disaster control, and in such an important election as this, he does need to step down and let another individual challenge the Democrat opponent this November for the congressional race. Every person makes mistakes, some are more easily amended then others. This was one that for the good of the people of Missouri, and the citizens of the United States can only be rectified by another candidate running for the congressional seat.
More recently, this past weekend, Congressman Ron Paul (R-Texas) held a rally of his supporters in Tampa, Florida. Instead of pulling his followers together behind Governor Mitt Romney and Congressman Paul Ryan (R-Wisconsin), Congressman Paul appeared to belabor his campaigning points once again. "Paul told a rowdy crowd that the party would eventually drift into his 'tent.'" http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2012/08/26/ron-paul-holds-gop-convention-counter-rally-says-supporters-will-become-tent/ His beliefs are that of the Libertarian party. However, both in the 2008 election cycle, as well is the current one, he choose to run on the Republican party ticket. I admire that he is willing to stand for his beliefs and convictions, however, unlike the other presidential candidates who ran, lost, and gracefully pulled together behind Governor Romney, Congressman Paul has not done so. He continues to spout off his Libertarian views and seeks to keep his followers roused up against the GOP. He needs to accept that he lost, and urge his supporters to now support Governor Romney with the end of goal of defeating President Barak Obama. The campaign is no longer about difference between GOP candidates, between Governor Romney and Congressman Paul, between Libertarian and conservatives viewpoints. But it is between President Obama and the liberal, left-wing Democrats, and Governor Romney and the Republicans as a whole--Conservative, Libertarian, Tea-Party, moderates, etc. We must be united as one if we are to defeat President Obama, not still rehashing petty differences and bickering within. For the survival of our nation, Congressman Paul needs to unite his supporters behind Governor Romney.
Each of these gentlemen, in different ways, are actually hurting, not helping, our nation as we work hard to return our country to its founding roots. No matter what party an individual is affiliated with, when that person's priorities change from seeking what is best for our nation and citizens, to their own ambitions, they need step back and reevaluate their mission and purpose. Sadly, this state of affairs is all to common in politics today, and these gentlemen are just two of the latest to fall victim to no longer looking out for the good of the country.
First, last week, Missouri Congressman Todd Akin (R) stated "in an interview with Fox affiliate KTVI...[that] a woman's body can typically fend off pregnancy during a 'legitimate rape.' 'It seems to me first of all, from what I understand from doctors, that's really rare,' Akin told KTVI. 'If it's a legitimate rape, the female body has ways to try to shut that whole thing down.'" http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2012/08/21/rep-akin-stays-in-race-as-deadline-passes-resists-wall-gop-pressure/ In my humble opinion, this comment was stupid, unnecessary, and totally void of sensitivity or compassion to women who have been forced to go through the horrible nightmare of being raped. From reports I have heard, it appears his statement has no medical basis. But that is not the point here, what is, however, is the Congressman Akin had no business thrusting his "nose" into something he has no understanding or background in and thus, appearing completely heartless. My intention is not to attack Congressman Akin as a person, he has apologized and I do not believe he sought to cause damage through his comments. It does not change the fact though that it is time for disaster control, and in such an important election as this, he does need to step down and let another individual challenge the Democrat opponent this November for the congressional race. Every person makes mistakes, some are more easily amended then others. This was one that for the good of the people of Missouri, and the citizens of the United States can only be rectified by another candidate running for the congressional seat.
More recently, this past weekend, Congressman Ron Paul (R-Texas) held a rally of his supporters in Tampa, Florida. Instead of pulling his followers together behind Governor Mitt Romney and Congressman Paul Ryan (R-Wisconsin), Congressman Paul appeared to belabor his campaigning points once again. "Paul told a rowdy crowd that the party would eventually drift into his 'tent.'" http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2012/08/26/ron-paul-holds-gop-convention-counter-rally-says-supporters-will-become-tent/ His beliefs are that of the Libertarian party. However, both in the 2008 election cycle, as well is the current one, he choose to run on the Republican party ticket. I admire that he is willing to stand for his beliefs and convictions, however, unlike the other presidential candidates who ran, lost, and gracefully pulled together behind Governor Romney, Congressman Paul has not done so. He continues to spout off his Libertarian views and seeks to keep his followers roused up against the GOP. He needs to accept that he lost, and urge his supporters to now support Governor Romney with the end of goal of defeating President Barak Obama. The campaign is no longer about difference between GOP candidates, between Governor Romney and Congressman Paul, between Libertarian and conservatives viewpoints. But it is between President Obama and the liberal, left-wing Democrats, and Governor Romney and the Republicans as a whole--Conservative, Libertarian, Tea-Party, moderates, etc. We must be united as one if we are to defeat President Obama, not still rehashing petty differences and bickering within. For the survival of our nation, Congressman Paul needs to unite his supporters behind Governor Romney.
Each of these gentlemen, in different ways, are actually hurting, not helping, our nation as we work hard to return our country to its founding roots. No matter what party an individual is affiliated with, when that person's priorities change from seeking what is best for our nation and citizens, to their own ambitions, they need step back and reevaluate their mission and purpose. Sadly, this state of affairs is all to common in politics today, and these gentlemen are just two of the latest to fall victim to no longer looking out for the good of the country.
Great to have read your blog and happy to have found it! I ould like to humbly assert my opinion in here as a Ron Paul supporter, but more importantly, an American who believes in constitutional freedom and conservative values.
ReplyDeleteI am presently at the RNC in Tampa and what we have witnessed is a slap in the face. No, not Ron Pauler's...Republicans. You see, the convention was not run fairly. Rules were altered that will affect delegate appropriation for the party...from here on. Furthermore, the RNC now has the ability to change any rule with 3/4 vote...no delegation. This is DC, not grassroots GOP.
What does this have to do with Paul? Well nothing and everything. The Romney camp had an insider that spearheaded every singles rules motion change. Why? It has no bearing on this election cycle. It was a foregone conclusion Romney would take the nomination anyway, we knew this. Why risk upsetting so many people?
End result...Many states protested this on the floor and Priebus ramrodded it through. These were not Paul supporters...but tea partiers, activists, grassroots organizers...American Patriots. Why would the GOP make such a move? I have theories, but I'll leave you with that thought.
Just my opinion and I hope you and your readers will see you've got at least one Paul supporter working to get as an SD chairman and volunteer for GOP candidates seeking election and re-election..
.not simply looking to cause a stir;)
Thank you for commenting. I am grateful for the support. I found your comments about how the GOP convention is being run interesting, I was not aware of what your shared.
ReplyDeleteKatie this is a good summation of the events at the convention. It was not a good day for the conservative cause. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35OXo9SSj5I&feature=share
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