Didn't he say something like Christians are facists or something? Strange given the old geezer should be old enough to remember WWII... Anyway, all the people that I know that used to support him jumped ship after that.
2007-12-19 05:31:47 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Selective quoting. The interviewer asked about the commercial and Paul said he hadn't seen it. He later quoted Lewis Sinclair and said that when Fascism did come it would be wrapped in a flag and a cross. Something to that effect. Never said Christians were Fascists or Huckabee was one.
The fact that your question ends with "or something" should tell you to do a bit of research before foolishly asking a question.
2007-12-19 05:43:53 · answer #1 · answered by Ollie 3 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Fact is, the "old Geezer" SERVED in the military, making him a genuine Patriot. Our President, on the other hand, boards a military vessel ina uniform he did not earn and stands beneath a sign that says "Mission Accomplished" - showing us what a "patriot act" really is.
Dr. Paul's statement was right to the heart of the problem in this nation. If I wrap myself in a flag and brandish a cross, I will get a frightening band of sheep to agree with whatever I say. Dr. Paul's is the most Christian politician I have ever seen. It is not his fault there are so many hypocrites wearing crosses.
He did not lose any of the supporters I know, we are all proud of his ability to say the things that desperately need said.
2007-12-21 08:35:12 · answer #2 · answered by treesnail 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never ever heard Ron Paul say anything anti-Christian. He stated a quote that is an excellent point.. Our country is in trouble, look at Bush. He has wrapped himself in the pages of the Bible.. He says he is a Christian but bombs another country that posed no threat to us.. Jesus would have never ever done nor condoned that. Bush pushing us into Iraq gave more islamic ppl a reason to be a terrorist. We don't want terrorists here, so what gives our country the right to go bombing innocent people there? What people fail to realize is that Islamic terrorists view us as terrorists as well.. Just the same as if China came over here uninvited and started "nation-building" and building their own huges military bases here. We would protect our soil and/or retaliate on theirs.
I think Ron Paul understands Isaiah 9:6 more than most politicians of present. Jesus is described in this verse as the Prince of Peace.
Not a defender of WAR.
That alone is enough reason for Christians to wake up to his non-interventionist views.
Before you speak on a topic of this much importance, it is important to get the facts straight.
2007-12-19 14:42:44 · answer #3 · answered by jessica m 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I watched the interview, when did he say "Christians are fascist"? He didn't think it was appropriate for Mike Huckabee to incorporate religion with politics and he CLEARLY STATED THAT IT REMINDED HIM OF A QUOTE. In no way did he imply that Christians are fascist.
If that's you interpretation then you need to get your hearing checked.
And this is ironic coming from a Huckabee supporter? You want to talk about bigotry, what about your candidate's comments about aids patients, homosexuals and Mormons?
2007-12-19 13:41:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 2⤋
Ron Paul is that range between half-baked and toast at any given time.
That he would choose to quote something about fascism wrapped in the cross in response to an ad wishing everyone a Merry Christmas apparently appeals to his die-hard fans, who are already crafting their conspiracy theories about why he lost the election.
2007-12-19 13:44:05 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 2⤊ 3⤋
"When fascism comes to America it will be wrapped in the flag and carrying a cross."
-Lewis Sinclair
Is not anti-Christian. Any intelligent person realizes that people who want complete control will appeal to your two strongest beliefs....patriotism and faith.
Hitler did it.
Osama is doing it.
and just about every and all oppressive leaders have done it, throughout history.
Conspiracy theories about the anti-Christ tells he will do it, and the religious fanatics will support his rise to power without even knowing it.
2007-12-19 13:42:31 · answer #6 · answered by avail_skillz 7 · 4⤊ 2⤋
He quoted someone, it wasnt his statement. And the fact that he got 6 million more dollars last week is proof enough his campaign is healthy
2007-12-19 13:55:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Well his criticism of Huckabee's commercial that had a bookcase in it some thought was a cross really showed me the thought processes of that man, and he needs to be as far from the White House as possible. I don't feel comfortable with him being able to take a tour.
2007-12-19 13:36:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 4⤋
Something like?
I didn't hear that but he does have a very good and acurate point there - they are!
2007-12-19 14:04:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ron Paul is a lunitic. Plain and simple. The coffin of his election to the presidency has long been sealed.
2007-12-19 13:35:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 6⤋