2007-08-12 07:14:39 · 16 answers · asked by TJ815 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
But everyone tells me he is really a libertarian...?
2007-08-12 07:20:06 · update #1
Not a chance in heck i'd vote for democrats.
2007-08-12 07:28:06 · update #2
Keep looking...
2007-08-12 07:25:22 · answer #1 · answered by Follow the money 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am a Ron Paul supporter. He holds 2 views that do not fit Libertarianism.
1) He is actively pro life.
2) He supports stronger border security.
The Libertarian Party has the following official views:
1) Recognizing that abortion is a sensitive issue and that people can hold good-faith views on both sides, we believe that government should be kept out of the matter, leaving the question to each person for their conscientious consideration.
2) Open boarders.
I am willing to overlook these two differences becasue I strongly feel that Ron is an excellent spokesman and is getting the libertarian message out in a new and effecive way. It takes a number of things to get people to make a paradigm shift, chonological time is unfortunately one of them. It can take several years for people to make the leap between tolerating the message and actually accepting the message. Ron may not make it, but open the door wider for the next person to step in. This is worth the effort. We are asking people to think outside what they were taught in the government school system and outside the special interest dominated media that has labled libertarianism as wacko. They don't even take the time to fully understand it. In fact they are insulting Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and maybe JFK when they make that pronouncement.
Consider also that the first successful libertarian president in this century will have to pick only a handful of issues to accomplish. If we get Ron in he will start moving our troops out of Iraq and eliminate the department of education in his first week, as he has the power to do that. If he did nothing else except issue vetos for 4 years we would be well on the way to where we need to go.
Lets accept Ron Paul's position as a gift and as a step toward the final goal.
2007-08-15 22:57:24 · answer #2 · answered by freedomispopular 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Republicans are currently holding their primaries, and Ron Paul is only one of many Republicans looking to become the nominee. He does claim a Libertarian belief system, and was the Libertarian party candidate a few years back. The Libertarians also have several people who vying to become the Libertarian Presidential candidate, but Ron Paul isn't one of them.
Having said that, the best answer so far is, "Look at his voting record." If what he says in debates, what he posts on his website, and what his voting record shows matches your beliefs, then vote for him.
If the actual Libertarian candidate is closer to your ideals, then vote for that person.
If, by Libertarian, you mean that you want smaller, less-intrusive, government, no income tax, greater personal freedom, and an end to forcing our will on other sovereign nations under the guise of "policeman to the world," then I think it is more important to vote your conscience, than any party line.
For more information on Libertarianism, the Libertarian Party, and Ron Paul's campaign, click on the source links.
A wasted vote is one not used.
2007-08-15 21:42:43 · answer #3 · answered by Defending Liberty 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ron Paul is not a Libertarian. He ran on the Libertarian ticket in 88 but he is a Republican. A very conservative Republican.
You should then by default vote for whomever will be running on the Libertarian ticket for President.
People claim he is a Libertarian because they try to discredit him as a conservative. It is a weak claim that is easily refuted by looking into his voting records.
2007-08-12 14:21:03 · answer #4 · answered by Stephanie is awesome!! 7 · 5⤊ 2⤋
What matters most is that Ron Pauls voting record. He follows the constitution. And if we had more politicians doing that, we would not have big goverment now. I bet not one of you have even heard Ron Pauls message. Have you heard of the national ID card? I suggest you research it Ron Paul is the only one talking of getting rid of it and the patriot act and he will restore Habeas Corpus. have you heard of any of the other candidates talking about it? no they are keeping it quite once in awile you will hear it on C Span If you think we have big goverment now let one of the others get elected
2007-08-12 15:00:48 · answer #5 · answered by sherry t 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He's a sort of Libertarian with really strong religious leanings that affect his vote. I personally like his Libertarian leanings but hate it when he substitutes morals for rights. To me, the separation of church and state is important and protects different religions or denominations.
http://thelibertarian.wordpress.com/2007/03/22/ron-paul-kind-of-sort-of-a-libertarian/
2007-08-12 14:29:52 · answer #6 · answered by Middleclassandnotquiet 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Vote Democratic.
2007-08-12 14:26:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Need to look up the definition on Libertarian and compare it to Ron's position's and you'll have your answer.
2007-08-12 14:23:37 · answer #8 · answered by uhwarriorfan 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ron Paul is not Libertarian -- he is just the lesser of evils that many Libertarians have decided would be better than other choices.
Check his voting record in Congress -- he is not Libertarian.
2007-08-12 14:19:47 · answer #9 · answered by coragryph 7 · 5⤊ 3⤋
Ron Paul is not Libertarian. So vote Libertarian. Let conservatives vote for Ron Paul.
2007-08-12 14:19:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 4⤋
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2007-08-12 14:48:11 · answer #11 · answered by EW 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋