be a Republican?
2007-11-26 13:05:44 · 18 answers · asked by PeachJello 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
It's amazing how things have changed. It wasn't long ago that pro-life was a fundamental trait to being Republican. I know that there are pro-choicers that are R but are they viewed as 'traitors' because it is a big issue in the R candidates.
*Cynical, I have a name suggestion for you but...you will probably complain & Yahoo will censor me...again.
2007-11-26 13:20:10 · update #1
Rick T: "How did murder ever become an option to make our lives more convenient?" Lol. It has always been an option. Don't you know your history? Either way I think you missed the point completely. Although I appreciate your opinion...
2007-11-27 03:06:44 · update #2
I didn't see anywhere on the application that prohibits it. It's more of a core Conservative value than a core Republican value. That is the problem with Rudy, the Conservative Republicans don't like him, but the Moderate Republicans like him.
2007-11-26 13:11:30 · answer #1 · answered by Yo it's Me 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The Republicans have changed their tactics. Since 1980 they have manipulated Christians for votes. (moral majority) But since 9-11 they have decided that they can get more results by scaring Americans into thinking that they are only party that can protect you from the Muslim bogeyman. The almost certain nomination of Rudy Giuliani shows that they are ready to abandon the template set down by saint Ronald Reagan.
2007-11-26 13:21:33 · answer #2 · answered by Bob O 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I know some pro-choice Republicans personally and I'm a pro-life Democrat.
2007-11-26 14:45:04 · answer #3 · answered by Maid Mesmera 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. About 40% of republicans are pro choice.
2007-11-26 13:14:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Ford was pro-choice. The pro-choicers in the reps though will believe it is a state issue and not something the federal government needs to take part in regulating.
2007-11-26 13:12:34 · answer #5 · answered by JFra472449 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
There are a lot of Pro Coice Republicans.
Gerald R. Ford was a Pro Choice Republican President.
However, he was never elected President. He was appointed President, once Nixon resigned.
2007-11-26 13:09:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
availableskilz has it. Please folks, remember that those of us who have been around awhile prefer to use the word "neocons" for the people currently in charge of the Republican party. The capitalized word "Conservatives" is usually preceded by the name "Goldwater" and often signed as, "a former Republican." Anything that detracts from precision in our speech detracts from our ability to communicate and discuss things on this level.
I am a former Republican.
2007-11-27 00:59:16 · answer #7 · answered by balloon buster 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One issue does not pick your party contrary to popular believe you. You can be pro choice and a Republican. ( I don't suggest this) but you can.
You need to pick the party that you share the most values with. 1 issue party pickers are usually the most misinformed voters there is.
I am a fiscal Conservative and a liberal.
2007-11-26 13:14:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Sure, Rudy Giulianni is running for President on the Republican ticket. My question is, why would you want to murder an unborn child. The choice starts when you are spreading your legs and not using protection. Think about it! How did murder ever become an option to make our lives more convenient?
2007-11-26 13:10:18 · answer #9 · answered by Rick T 1 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I really believe that pro-choice or pro=life is a personal decision regardless of your political opinions. A republican can be pro-choice.
2007-11-26 13:10:15 · answer #10 · answered by Toni 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋