Should Mitt Romney worry about Ron Paul

[rightsonword]

This is why it is so important that Ron Paul be the Republican nominee. History shows us that many Republicans don't care who they vote for as long as the media concurs. If the media were pushing Hitler (pre-holocaust) as the Republican nominee, many Republicans would rally behind him.

That, my friend, is the terribly sad truth.

[mrmcwhipit]

No doubt,many of those Republicans voting for Romney now, voted for Obama in the last election. These two are so much alike that it really makes no difference if either one of them is elected. Ron Paul is my choice for returning the U.S.A. to it's former[Constitutional] greatness. Backing Ron Paul ,with or without the Republican nomination,either as a third party candidate or a write -in candidate, is the only way I and many Republican and Democratic voters can actually hold our heads up instead of having to hold our noses going into the polls,and walk funny leaving the polls because our butts are puckered. Yes!I have spoken to many Democrats who also love this country,and would vote for Ron Paul,because he is right,and not controlled by any special interest group.

So your voting for Obama you mean.

[cris]

This is why it is so important that Ron Paul be the Republican nominee. History shows us that many Republicans don't care who they vote for as long as the media concurs. If the media were pushing Hitler (pre-holocaust) as the Republican nominee, many Republicans would rally behind him.

When Ron splits the vote, what you'll see is the new incarnation

of pre holocaust Hitler, ala O'blah........thanks a lot RP

[BrokeNoMore]

When Ron splits the vote, what you'll see is the new incarnation

of pre holocaust Hitler, ala O'blah........thanks a lot RP

If Ron Paul is anything of the man they say he is, he will not run independently if he doesn't win the nomination.

If he does run independently , then I won't vote for him on the basis that he is not looking out for the best for America, because:

If anti-Obama voters could be swayed to Ron Paul's position and would vote for him, HE WOULD WIN THE NOMINATION.

If he can't win the nomination, how on earth can you conceive that he would will the election against Obama with another candidate also running against Obama?

So if he's not nominated and runs on an independent ticket, HE WILL SPLIT THE NON-DEMOCRATIC VOTE.

So again, if he does run independently , then I won't vote for him on the basis that he is not looking out for the best for America, because all he will accomplish is splitting the non-democratic vote.

And yes...we will be living under the regime of the Obama who now "has more flexibility in his last term."

[cris]

If Ron Paul is anything of the man they say he is, he will not run independently if he doesn't win the nomination.

If he does run independently , then I won't vote for him on the basis that he is not looking out for the best for America, because:

If anti-Obama voters could be swayed to Ron Paul's position and would vote for him, HE WOULD WIN THE NOMINATION.

If he can't win the nomination, how on earth can you conceive that he would will the election against Obama with another candidate also running against Obama?

So if he's not nominated and runs on an independent ticket, HE WILL SPLIT THE NON-DEMOCRATIC VOTE.

So again, if he does run independently , then I won't vote for him on the basis that he is not looking out for the best for America, because all he will accomplish is splitting the non-democratic vote.

And yes...we will be living under the regime of the Obama who now "has more flexibility in his last term."

Yep....Thats the obvious outcome

Im hoping he'll do the right thing & not split the vote. I think he will.

Romney's delegate count is such, that its very likely he will get the

nomination......Ron is hanging in there because, if Romney doesnt

get the first ballot vote for nominee ( unlikely ) the rules change.....

thats when the folks 40 has been talking about can change their vote

for Ron.

[40oz]

So if he's not nominated and runs on an independent ticket, HE WILL SPLIT THE NON-DEMOCRATIC VOTE.

Well then what are you waiting for? Educate as many people as you can as to why they should be supporting Ron Paul right now. Use your wits for good.

[ErnMor]

So your voting for Obama you mean.

Using your take on what I stated,a Democrat that votes for Ron Paul [if he runs as an independent] is really voting for Romney.Interesting. Thought I was stating that my voting for either Obama or Romney would stink and pucker my butt. I am voting for Ron Paul if he is the Republican nominee or not. I hope he will be the Republican nominee.Then I and everyone,Republican or Democrat will have a chance to do the same ,without splitting the Republican vote. A choice between Barrak Husein Obama,and Ron Paul[After the last 3 years] will probably end in a win for the Republicans. I will vote for Ron Paul,and against the globalists,who are stomping on my rights,and leading this country down the road to socialism. Would you vote for Mitt Romney if Ron Paul was the Republican nominee? Ron Paul is the only candidate that is worthy to be President of the United States.He loves our constitution. He has supported it all his life. He must get the nomination.Using the mainstream Republicans own rules to save them from themselves ,and attain the nomination is not immoral.They would never make an immoral rule or law,would they. Have a GOOD DAY.

[TPSprayduster]

IF Ron Paul wins the nomination. Currently he is way behind on the delegate count. Don't preach to me about RP supporters are delegates. If they do not vote as the popular vote of the states who supported romney then you chance alienating those voters which in turn will vote for Obama if they feel wronged. Alot of GOP voted for Obama in the last election. The He is a Muslim, Arab turn the white house into a Mosque, hanging out with Terrorist, went to church with a preacher who supposedly did not like white people, did drugs and admitted to it and he still won over a POW, with a good track record and woman vp candidate who sunk him. So by swiping delegates is suppose to be the right thing to do and go to the convention and make a circus. As i said before and i will continue to say this is going to be a crucial gathering of the GOP. IF there is chaos in the convention then this is going to show America the GOP is not solidified and you will people again flocking to the Democratic Candidate. Everyone is tried of chaos, no one wants isolationism because last time we tried that we lost the Pacific Fleet. And After November 6th we will still be here debating how the GOP lost the election and the House of Representatives. RP runs as a independent splits the vote = 4 more years. I guess no one is listening nor are the doing the math when some will vote for RP regardless to send a message, which will be 2016 we will be back this time with Rand Paul.

[40oz]

IF Ron Paul wins the nomination. Currently he is way behind on the delegate count. Don't preach to me about RP supporters are delegates. If they do not vote as the popular vote of the states who supported romney then you chance alienating those voters which in turn will vote for Obama if they feel wronged. Alot of GOP voted for Obama in the last election. The He is a Muslim, Arab turn the white house into a Mosque, hanging out with Terrorist, went to church with a preacher who supposedly did not like white people, did drugs and admitted to it and he still won over a POW, with a good track record and woman vp candidate who sunk him. So by swiping delegates is suppose to be the right thing to do and go to the convention and make a circus. As i said before and i will continue to say this is going to be a crucial gathering of the GOP. IF there is chaos in the convention then this is going to show America the GOP is not solidified and you will people again flocking to the Democratic Candidate. Everyone is tried of chaos, no one wants isolationism because last time we tried that we lost the Pacific Fleet. And After November 6th we will still be here debating how the GOP lost the election and the House of Representatives. RP runs as a independent splits the vote = 4 more years. I guess no one is listening nor are the doing the math when some will vote for RP regardless to send a message, which will be 2016 we will be back this time with Rand Paul.

[txcountryman]

I could have sworn that I saw an interview with Ron Paul where they asked him if he will run independant if he is not nominated and he said that he would NOT run. I like Ron Paul and would vote for him In a heartbeat. But he already stated he won't run independant so the talk about splitting the vote shouldn't happen.

[SevyShasha]

Ron Paul can't win.

[40oz]

lol, who negged my cheesy music video?

I was cracking up when I watched it.

[BrokeNoMore]

Using your take on what I stated,a Democrat that votes for Ron Paul [if he runs as an independent] is really voting for Romney.Interesting. Thought I was stating that my voting for either Obama or Romney would stink and pucker my butt. I am voting for Ron Paul if he is the Republican nominee or not. I hope he will be the Republican nominee.Then I and everyone,Republican or Democrat will have a chance to do the same ,without splitting the Republican vote. A choice between Barrak Husein Obama,and Ron Paul[After the last 3 years] will probably end in a win for the Republicans. I will vote for Ron Paul,and against the globalists,who are stomping on my rights,and leading this country down the road to socialism. Would you vote for Mitt Romney if Ron Paul was the Republican nominee? Ron Paul is the only candidate that is worthy to be President of the United States.He loves our constitution. He has supported it all his life. He must get the nomination.Using the mainstream Republicans own rules to save them from themselves ,and attain the nomination is not immoral.They would never make an immoral rule or law,would they. Have a GOOD DAY.

You're dreaming. If he's not the nominee, he's just got NO CHANCE of winning.

IF Ron Paul wins the nomination. Currently he is way behind on the delegate count. Don't preach to me about RP supporters are delegates. If they do not vote as the popular vote of the states who supported romney then you chance alienating those voters which in turn will vote for Obama if they feel wronged. Alot of GOP voted for Obama in the last election. The He is a Muslim, Arab turn the white house into a Mosque, hanging out with Terrorist, went to church with a preacher who supposedly did not like white people, did drugs and admitted to it and he still won over a POW, with a good track record and woman vp candidate who sunk him. So by swiping delegates is suppose to be the right thing to do and go to the convention and make a circus. As i said before and i will continue to say this is going to be a crucial gathering of the GOP. IF there is chaos in the convention then this is going to show America the GOP is not solidified and you will people again flocking to the Democratic Candidate. Everyone is tried of chaos, no one wants isolationism because last time we tried that we lost the Pacific Fleet. And After November 6th we will still be here debating how the GOP lost the election and the House of Representatives. RP runs as a independent splits the vote = 4 more years. I guess no one is listening nor are the doing the math when some will vote for RP regardless to send a message, which will be 2016 we will be back this time with Rand Paul.

Thank God somebody is listening.

I could have sworn that I saw an interview with Ron Paul where they asked him if he will run independant if he is not nominated and he said that he would NOT run. I like Ron Paul and would vote for him In a heartbeat. But he already stated he won't run independant so the talk about splitting the vote shouldn't happen.

I'm expecting that he won't run Independent if he's not nominated. That would be in line with what I think I know of his value and character.

Some believe he wouldn't do it simply because of how much it would hurt Rand Paul's future as a leader.

I'm thinking Ron might not be actually planning to become POTUS right now, but is rather paving the way for Rand in the next election.

Rand is someone we could all get behind.

[rightsonword]

Rand is someone we could all get behind.

What? He and his father share the same views. Why would you get behind Ran if you wouldn't get behind Ron?

[BrokeNoMore]

What? He and his father share the same views. Why would you get behind Ran if you wouldn't get behind Ron?

If you think Rand is a carbon copy, you need to do a little research.

And, he's younger. Ron is about to drop dead or develop dementia; without any question he is too old for 4 or 8 years in a stressful office like POTUS.

lol, who negged my cheesy music video?

I was cracking up when I watched it.

There's a bunch of neggers around here.

[rightsonword]

If you think Rand is a carbon copy, you need to do a little research.

And, he's younger. Ron is about to drop dead or develop dementia; without any question he is too old for 4 or 8 years in a stressful office like POTUS.

Ok, educate me. In what ways are they radically different?

[40oz]

Ron is about to drop dead or develop dementia; without any question he is too old for 4 or 8 years in a stressful office like POTUS.

Ron Paul is in better shape than Romney. I know plenty of guys in their 80s that will outwork men half their age and I'm willing to bet that Ron Paul is that type of guy. I would love to see Romney vs Paul 30 mile bike ride. Paul is 10 times the man Romney is.

And I'm sure that's the understatement of 2012.

[cris]

You're dreaming. If he's not the nominee, he's just got NO CHANCE of winning.

Thank God somebody is listening.

I'm expecting that he won't run Independent if he's not nominated. That would be in line with what I think I know of his value and character.

Some believe he wouldn't do it simply because of how much it would hurt Rand Paul's future as a leader.

I'm thinking Ron might not be actually planning to become POTUS right now, but is rather paving the way for Rand in the next election.

Rand is someone we could all get behind.

Yep to all of that

I didnt neg you but, Facepalm

[BrokeNoMore]

Ok, educate me. In what ways are they radically different?

I didn't say they were radically different. I said they weren't carbon copies.

You can educate yourself. My time here is limited.

[rightsonword]

I didn't say they were radically different. I said they weren't carbon copies.

You can educate yourself. My time here is limited.

So in other words, you assertion was premature. Ok. So again, why would you vote for Rand but not Paul? From what i ve seen of Rand, they don't seem to differ very much.

[BrokeNoMore]

So in other words, you assertion was premature. Ok. So again, why would you vote for Rand but not Paul? From what i ve seen of Rand, they don't seem to differ very much.

As much as I hate to bite, however did you arrive at "in other words my assertion was premature?"

Ok, educate me. In what ways are they radically different?

I love Ron Paul except for his foreign policy, and that he seems to be a bit of a kook and seems to attract lots of kooks. That causes a problem with public perception of leadership. Rand doesn't seem to exhibit this characteristic.

Rand differs from his father mostly in his position on foreign policy, which is the one major reason that I can't support RP. Their positions on this major issue of national security are polar opposites, and I support Rand's position on this issue. That's why I'd vote for Rand and not Ron.

[rightsonword]

As much as I hate to bite, however did you arrive at "in other words my assertion was premature?"

You said Rand and Ron are not carbon copies (which I never said they were, btw) and that I need to do research on Rand, implying that they are different enough for you to vote for Rand but not Ron. So, unless you can provide something different between the two to merit voting for one and not the other, then you spoke prematurely. This isn't a "Ha, i gotcha!" attempt. I would really like to know why you would vote for Rand but not Ron. What are the differences between the two besides age? They hold the same views on the constitution, NDAA, TSA, bailouts, Patriot Act, the Federal Reserve, and I'm sure they hold the same or near the same foreign policy. So what is so different that you or anyone else would vote for one but not the other?

Saw your post about foreign policy. Can you please link me to an article or something showing Rands foreign policy beliefs compared to his father's?

Edited May 8, 2012 by rightsonword

[BrokeNoMore]

Saw your post about foreign policy. Can you please link me to an article or something showing Rands foreign policy beliefs compared to his father's?

Is your Google finger broken?

[rightsonword]

Is your Google finger broken?

Ok, I see you can't support your claim. So, I'll do the work for you. A simple google search shows that Rand Paul's foreign policy calls for non intervention, withdrawal of troops, and he has spoken out against over seas bases and withdrawal from the UN. sounds like his father to me. They may defer on a execution, but the meat of it is the same. So again, why would you vote for Rand and not Ron?

My link

Rand's Foreign Policy

Defenind Ron Paul's Foreign Policy

[BrokeNoMore]

Ok, I see you can't support your claim. So, I'll do the work for you. A simple google search shows that Rand Paul's foreign policy calls for non intervention, withdrawal of troops, and he has spoken out against over seas bases and withdrawal from the UN. sounds like his father to me. They may defer on a execution, but the meat of it is the same. So again, why would you vote for Rand and not Ron?

My link

Rand's Foreign Policy

Defenind Ron Paul's Foreign Policy

You know, I'm not here to fight with you.

You asked me a simple question, and I answered it.

You find three links that don't really spell it out for you, one about Obama, one from a blog site I've never even seen before, and a uTube video of Rand talking about Ron.

I guess you're right. I can't think or read, and I will vote for Rand instead of Ron for no reason. You win.

Where is the emoticon of a guy smashing his head into a concrete wall when you need one?