Paul will not win. I'm voting for him to show that there is support for his ideas. Normally a Libertarian candidate would not get many votes at all. However, I think Paul will get way more votes than any other Libertarian candidate previously.
And what do you call neo conservatives ?
You should go to
http://www.ronpaul2008.com/html/saying_fx.html
and read what people say:
What People are Saying
Many Americans have become disillusioned with our political system. Year after year, election after election we hear all the same promises: Lower taxes, balanced budget, smaller federal government, responsible foreign policy, etc. But we are always left with, higher taxes, ever increasing federal deficits, ever-expanding federal bureaucracy, a foreign policy based on deceit, and a domestic policy that continually restricts our freedom.
We, the people, know things are not right; yet we know our nation was founded on principles that allowed the United States of America to rise above all nations.
Are we the United States of America that our Constitution intended?
For many years our government has been drifting away from the unparalleled wisdom of the blueprint that created a near perfect Union.
Our Constitution has been battered, assaulted and ignored to the point of becoming a fading memory.
The answer to restoring our great nation – respected throughout the world – is to reinstate the Constitution. Our republic can be saved if our politicians return to the doctrine that created it.
There is one man who believes in our government operating solely under the purist intentions of our Founding Fathers: A man who governs according to the Constitution, even when he is the only one.
Ron Paul is the only man who can lead the way.
There is hope for America. Be a part of it.
Bill Dumas
Filmmaker
Hollywood, California
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Far too many Republicans in recent times have claimed to be fiscally responsible in principle, only to then vote for big spending programs that will leave our grandchildren bankrupt. They claim to believe in the Constitution's limits on government's power, but their actions say something else entirely.
That is why your decision to formally explore running for the Presidency is so important.
Sadly, not many in public life fully understand the Constitution which they have taken oaths to defend, nor do they fully grasp the principles of liberty upon which it is grounded.
That is why I appreciate the fact that you are willing to consider entering the competition of ideas that is a Presidential race.
As Congress's premier defender of the Constitution, you would have the platform necessary to espouse the ideals that are vital to turning America around - and you would be in a position to hold other candidates accountable for talking one way to their supporters at home, and then voting another way in public office.
I look forward to the prospect of you running, and having the platform to raise the issues that too many candidates would prefer to ignore.
Congressman Walter B. Jones
R-North Carolina
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Ron Paul is one of the most principled and courageous men I have ever known. He believes in our Constitution and votes that way in Congress, even when he sometimes has to stand almost alone. I have the greatest respect and admiration for Ron Paul, and I believe this nation would be a much better place if we had more people like him in public office throughout our land.
Congressman John Duncan
R-Tennessee
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My name is Liam Clements. I am a high school senior from West Chester, Ohio, a suburb outside the city of Cincinnati. Now, I realize that I am not a member of your district in Texas, but I believe the service you provide to the 14th district is needed on a national scale. The 2008 Presidential election is far too important to let big government win again. Slowly, the parties are merging, and this country needs someone that stands up to the establishment rather than become it. That someone is you sir.
How long must we go until a maverick politician such as yourself rises to the occasion and brings to the forefront the issues that really matter to the American people? We have the chance here to write the history books if you decide to run for President in 2008.
Liam Clements
West Chester, Ohio
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In my school, many teens consider Ron Paul a real hero. I hope those who vote will keep the wishes of my generation in mind.
Terry Morgan
Mission Viejo, California
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I have a silver bracelet with
“WWRD?” engraved into it. The R stands for Roark, and Rilke and Rostand and for several other heroes of mine. Now it will also stand for Ron Paul. He is a hero by the strongest definition of the word. Ron Paul is a constitutionalist who votes based on principles that support our rights as individuals.
But it is
how he does it that makes him a HERO. He consistently stands undaunted in the face of opposition. He is dedicated to protecting “the good.” He is uncompromising in his standards, valiant in his efforts, and he does it all with a quiet nobility that is inspiring. He does what is right. He tells us the Truth. It is this that defines him as a HERO for our times.
What would Ron do?
- Stand for Americans and a future of freedom still possible to us when we follow the Constitution.
- Awaken HOPE where many people aren’t even aware it has been lost.
- Give us back control over our own lives.
- Empower us as mighty individuals to solve problems for ourselves and our communities
Ron has been willing to stand alone in Congress and fight for our freedoms. Don’t let him stand alone.
Every day I hear intelligent good people say “Ah well there’s nothing we can do about it.” Untrue.
For all those moments of beauty, for all the times you have recognized the Truth ---before the sinking feeling followed when you thought “it’s no use” – follow his white plume. It is on the road to victory and honor.
Maureen McMahan Moore
Everett, WA