Conservatives - let me know if I should not be so enthused by his stances. He seems to be Newt without the political black eye and Huckabee with more name recognition. I was getting anxious that our front runners weren't Reaganesque enough for me.
My only concern is how little I know about him which bring me to part two of my question:
Liberals, since it's what you do best, give me the worst dirt you have on the guy. Yes, I'm sincerely asking you! I don't want the issues, we won't agree on them anyway. I want whatever scandalous, immoral, character flawed informatin you can provide. As far as I know, he's squeeky clean, but I don't know much.
2007-03-13 04:06:00 · 13 answers · asked by Whootziedude 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Steve C. - You're right and I apologize, I should not have overgeneralized. I should have used qualifying language like - MOST liberals are talented mud-slingers, a tactic to which SOME conservatives also stoop. I gave you a thumbs up in http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AgZp1ExMXKgl8pcfHKceH6kAAAAA?qid=20070313071653AAhE8Nl&show=7#profile-info-056a1d58c31a7773983990a0f6f88fa9aa There's a first time for everything!
2007-03-13 04:44:51 · update #1
I am very VERY excited about Thompson for President! And I truly appreciate your comparison between him and Newt/Huckabee! His political stance and the whole actor thing....totally Reaganesque! I look forward to learning more about him! You Tube has some GREAT clips regarding Mr. Thompson's stances and strong platforms!
2007-03-13 05:54:08 · answer #1 · answered by MaHaa 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I am very excited about it . I just heard the other day that he was possibly running .
If he doesn't run, Rudy will take it in a landslide . but I'd rather have Fred !!
BTW, Friends and I discuss the many possibilities of the 2008 elections . Some may scoff at my 'Rudy landslide' thing, but if one has the time, you can figure it out for yourself . Hillary is 'damaged goods' and has the highest NON-approval in history . Obama is fresh,clean, articulate, and new.. . but when voting time rolls around, and people are standing in that voting booth, they'll remember what's the #1 issue in America. . . .National Security . And despite his popularity now, most won't give him the reins when it comes to protecting our lives . He'll probably run again in 2012, and he'll probably do better. . .. but not now Charlie !!
2007-03-13 04:27:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
As of now, unless I find out something new, I am completely pumped about it. His position on the issues that I know about are:
Pro-life, would like to see RvW overturned
Pro 2nd Amendment
Anti gay marriage, though I think he wants to leave civil unions to the states.
He supports the surge, I want to know more about his stance on the War on Terror.
I know he was instrumental in the confirmation process of John Roberts to SCOTUS, so that should tell us about his stance on the judicial branch.
Anyone know any more?
I remember all the "he's a washed up actor" cr@p several decades ago. And we got RONALDUS MAXIMUS!
Not sure Fred can compare exactly to Reagan, but can he come close??
2007-03-13 04:26:52 · answer #3 · answered by boonietech 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Please quit labeling liberals, as it just makes you look uninformed . I am a liberal, but I liked Reagan. I don't really know much about Thompson, other than he was good on Law and Order. he seems like a smart guy though. Will have to learn more about him before I can make an informed judgement.
2007-03-13 04:11:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Fred Thompson would make a fine President. We finally have a real conservative.
2007-03-13 04:13:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I would love it to happen. Fred Thompson for president with John McCain or Brownback for VP.
2007-03-13 04:12:03 · answer #6 · answered by lundstroms2004 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Fred for the USA
2007-03-13 04:14:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
He certainly is a surprising and interesting figure. Democrats need someone like him, to, mix things up!
2007-03-13 04:11:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Be careful, I posted this yesterday and they gave me a violation for it.
2007-03-13 04:08:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The washed up actor? Are you serious? Is he running for President? Man the GOP must be really desperate.
2007-03-13 04:16:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋