How many republicans out there feel the republican party should compromise on social issues?

Question

I was a republican many years ago but during the 90's their turn to the fanatical right and their allegiance with christian fundamentalists pushed me right away. Bush has put the icing on the cake with his methods of governning the nation. How many republicans out there think their party should be financially conservative but seek a reasonable middle ground on social issues such as abortion and gay marriage?

Answer 1

Both parties need to seek middle ground if the country is ever to operate in total harmony and balance.

I was a Democrat for many years and left that party in 2003. I began getting directives from one leader in the Democratic headquarters to answer some surveys they sent me. When I did not, I got a stern letter from said leader telling me that answering those surveys were mandatory so that the Democratic Party could determine if I was a good Democrat; and on top of that, I was also told that in order to be a good Democrat, I had to agree with them totally and not question their policies! Nobody tells me what to do or think! To me, that was shades of Soviet Russia, and I got so mad that I looked up that leader's name online and was not so surprised to find his name referred to in the website of the Democratic Socialist Party that came up on my search, along with their braggart comment about being in control of the Democratic Party. Keep in mind that just because said leader's name was linked to that website, it doesn't mean he was a part of it, but the website was clearly in support of him. That was enough for me. I withdrew from the Democratic Party immediately and became Republican, where I can speak my mind and beliefs without reprimand, and where our Constitution and its basic rights, like our freedom of speech and choices of belief are defended; and if some of the members of the extreme right are intolerant or hateful, at least the moderate Republicans may combat such thinking by speaking up about it.

We have the Ultra Left in the Democratic Party, the Socialist/Marxist concerns that want to take away our basic freedoms. Some have even said that our Constitution is outdated and should be abolished. Some have said that we need a one party government. That is totalitarianism. Ever heard the expression "politically correct?" It's a Socialist/Marxist tool for silencing those who do not agree with themselves. That's only a minor tool... stirring up hatred and unrest is another tool that they use constantly.

We have the Extreme Right in the Republican Party, fundamentalist Christians who profess peace, love and acceptance, but practice hatred, bigotry and intolerance. In effect, they are just as bad as radical Muslims whose basic religion professes love and peace for all, but instead, those radicals commit violent crimes against humanity that does not believe as they do. It's a paradox that we have to address and deal with in today's world.

Most Democrats and most Republicans, believe it or not, are more moderate than those in the extreme left and right. Trouble is that the extremists in both the left and the right are more vocal than the moderates. Moderate Democrats and Republicans need to work together more closely or else I shudder to think down what road this country may be lead... especially if, as more than one rumor or website has it, one of our Presidential candidates has been an active Marxist supporter in her past.

Answer 2

I do. I'm not interested in too much socialism, though. A welfare state isn't a healthy ideal, but some social safety nets are common sense. How can you leave the old and disabled in the lurch? I agree with Bush's work in medicare, pharmaceuticals, and education.

Stem cell research has been subsidized by Bush. I believe in using adult stem cells because more has been discovered and put into use with adult stem cells, than with the approved frozen eggs. I object to future methods of harvesting baby stem cells. I think it's unethical and immoral.

Clearly, I am against abortion. It is murder and there are too many people who want to adopt. Unfortunately, the argument is already lost. Roe v. Wade will not reverse.

Let Gays marry. Human commitment is good.

I still believe in being staunch on national defense, decreased taxes, grow the economy, cut back on regulation, and small government.

I unequivocally despise appeasement. I don't like how Bush subjugates himself, or his administration - look at Gonzales - to critics, especially to Democrats. He's losing Republicans. He's fighting a weak fight. He's not leading by example, so everything is out of control in DC.

Answer 3

I would capitulate the civil union thing, abortion is already lost ground. I would like to see action taken to make sure my tax dollars aren't paying for it, EVER. In principle, I can get behind the thought as long as it doesn't cost more money, but what would you suggest that comes to us in return?

I disagree with Rick V. The Democrats have not shown me that they know what compromise means. Bush has tried to capitulate and only gets more opposition while also p*ssing off his base. I posted a question today about how conservatives should give the mainstream media credit for a fair story, and then posted the link. The conservatives were civil but cautious, the liberals were venomous in their response. The hardliners appear to be on the left to me.

Answer 4

What people don't comprehend is that the moral issues you mention and passing laws regarding them is a form of socialism.
Socialism doesn't belong in either party.
The current group that controls the Republican party is just a bunch of liberals who don't believe in abortion or gay marriage. There is nothing conservative about their fiscal policy.
Morals issues need to be addressed at the state level and not the federal level. To have these issues in the federal arena accomplishes nothing except divide the nation.

Answer 5

Definitely Republicans did better when they were the party of small gov't, less taxes, less regulation, strong national defense etc. Or at least said they were.

I've always thought the GOP should focus on the above issues, and not get distracted by abortion, gay marriage, etc. They don't have to compromise or surrender on their own beliefs, but those shouldn't be party issues.

Answer 6

I could care less about gays wanting to marry. Letum' have a nut, doesn't hurt anyone. However, abortion is murder and to me there is no middle ground on murder. The only time a pregnancy should be terminated is in the cases of rape, incest, or to save the mother's life. Period. End of story. If democrats are willing to compromise on that, then I will give them gay marriage and health care.

Answer 7

Federal level, financially conservative, yes.

Laws concerning abortion and gay marriage should be decided by each individual state.

Answer 8

I know plenty of Republicans who are pro abortion.

Marriage needs to have a definition. The States will decide this.

I think this IS reasonable.

Answer 9

I'm not a repub but anyone that gives in to something they don't believe in isn't worth the ground they walk on. They are wimps and should be treated like wimps.

Answer 10

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