IS it that you have a problem with REPUBLICANS? Or is it that you have a problem with BUSH?

Question

Just wondering how many people just hate republicans because they are republicans, and how many are just fed up with this PARTICULAR ADMINISTRATION? And for the reps, do you really just hate all democrats? Or just certain ones? EITHER side, are you happier with a balanced government, or do you think that your party should be in control, uncontested and unquestioned?

EXCELLENT! No 'blind hatred' reponses!

Answer 1

I'm a Libertarian, but I used to like Republicans better than Democrats. Ronald Reagan remains my all-time favorite President. But I intensely dislike both Bushes. Bush Sr illegally invaded Panama on the pretext that its President (his former employee in the CIA) was violating our victimless crime laws. He signed a "no new taxes" pledge, and taunted his primary opponents for not signing it, then broke his pledge, to the great detriment of the country. Both Bushes are evil. They are the actual embodiment of all the worst stereotypes of the Republican Party. No, they're much worse than that. They are the worst traitors in the history of America.

Answer 2

Hmmm . . . interesting question!

I try to support policies - principles - not candidates. Party labels are often a fairly good "shorthand" for what a particular person stands for - it certainly tells voters who the candidate will vote to place in leadership of the Congress, perhaps the most important vote of every session.

I generally support Bush. I think he has generally done the right thing on taxes and judges. I support the Iraq operation but have many issues on strategy and tactics. I think his approach to the war on terrorism is generally the right one and that his surveillance, interrogation and detention programs are in accordance with actions deemed constitutional when engaged in by other wartime presidents.

I think he's awful on spending, and the immigration bill is a disaster. I would like to see some overarching worldview that explains both his Iraq policy and his immigration policy. Explain to me how locking and bolting the window, yet leaving the front door wide open, makes us safer. His inability to articulate this, or his apparent opinion that he does not need to explain this further, only adds to the problem. I think the immigration "amnesty," which Bush is only too eager to sign, takes the worst elements of "permissiveness" which I sometimes see in the left and elevates them to a new level.

There is an element of "character" involved - I think Bush is neither evil nor a moron (which may put me in a distinct minority!), and I do find myself giving him "the benefit of the doubt" at times for that reason, rightly or wrongly.

Since I TRY to adhere to principles, not candidates, I think I am free to pick the best of the least bad alternatives at election time, and free to disagree even with politicians I support. But I also feel no shame in having a hard time thinking of a policy of the other party that I like. I try to take good ideas from wherever they come.

Yes, I think the public is tired of Bush. Very few people think he's doing the right thing in Iraq - many want us to leave, and many of those who do not think Bush has made major mistakes. And at this point, the immigration deal will lose Bush more support among his base, but I SERIOUSLY doubt that he will pick up support, or even congratulations, from the left for signing a bill.

All in all, I am very supportive of many of his policies, but I don't know that he could have much lower overall approval ratings if he tried.

*sigh*

PS I ignored the possible pun in the question. But I had to point it out, illustrating the difference between growing old and maturing!

Answer 3

My Dad is a Republican, and I love him dearly.
I am fed up with the Bush administration. I would have greater respect for them if they just admitted they screwed up, then got to work WITH congress on a viable solution.
Much happier with a balanced government.

Answer 4

That's an interesting question! As a Democrat, I have to say that there are some Republicans whom I personally like and some Democrats whom I dislike. There's more to it than just politics, after all. That being said, though, I have to say that I absolutely hate Bush and all that he stands for and that I can't wait for January 2009.

Answer 5

I believe that it's the administration. There are good and bad on both sides. The bad represent the extremists that people have a right to fear.

Most of us love our country and simply want whats best for it. Of course many have varying ideas, but that's what freedom is all about.

Answer 6

It;s mostly bush that i dislike for the things he doesn;t do and when it;s something good to get our troops home he;ll VETOit and he;s acting like a child at the terrible two;s,,, the republicans are not much better as they mostly only vote things in that will help the rich to get more richer and the democrats at least try to help to get money and ideas to help the poor get more on their feets,,bush even wants and wanted to get rid of housing to help poor and single parents to have a safe place to live...

Answer 7

I certainly don't have a problem with republicans. My mom is one!
What I have a problem with is the current, corrupt administration.
The government need to find a balance. Trouble abounds when there is just one party. Just look at the last 6 years prior to the last election.

Answer 8

I am sick of George W. Bush's neocon government, and I am sick of the supposed "middle of the road" republicans making excuses for him every time his incompetence and unconstitutional behavior is exposed.

The fact of the matter is, if Clinton had wiretapped Americans illegally, he would of been thrown out of office! Bush does it, and it is swept under the rug! Pure political BS.

Answer 9

For most, I think it is just Bush's administration.

If people really saw what each party truely stood for, behind closed doors, I think a lot of people would become republican/conservatives! I once considered myself a democrat, until I did more research into what each one stood for. Public schools, colleges and the media have a very good way of making you think republicans are evil, corporate loving, cold hearted greedy people; when they clearly are not!

Answer 10

I don;t think either major party serves the best interests of the people any longer. Too much money, too much corruption, too much greed. Having said all that, the Bush admin is the all-time worst!