John McCain pro/con

[KomissarSteve]

<Staff edit>
The fact that history has shown the current dominant GOP ideology to be wrong on really pretty much all issues of significance would seem to indicate that that is not a mark of good sense, actually.

 

[Carey]

I am not sure I favor this guy yet.


[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]To: [/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]McCain Team[/FONT] [FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]From: [/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]Rick Davis, Campaign Manager [/FONT] [FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]Date: [/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]January 11, 2008 [/FONT] [FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]Subject: [/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]Building Momentum For Victory[/FONT] [/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]The confetti from the victory party is cleaned up, but the energy on the campaign trail is just as strong as it was on Tuesday night in New Hampshire. John McCain hit the ground running Wednesday with an early flight to Michigan for two exciting rallies before heading down to South Carolina. [/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]I wanted to give you a quick update on our campaign's strategy as we head into these two important primaries -- Michigan on Tuesday and South Carolina on Saturday, January 19th. The momentum and energy from New Hampshire's victory is propelling us toward wins in these two states, but we all know we have much more work ahead of us. [/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]We know our opponents are hungry for an early state win and are throwing their resources at these next two states. However, the good news is that John McCain is positioned to do very well in both contests. [/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]John McCain won the Michigan primary in 2000, and eight years later we believe he's in a strong position in this state. We know that once voters hear John McCain, they respond. Michigan voters are starting to get the McCain message of improving our economy and keeping America safe in the struggle against radical Islamic extremism. Like New Hampshire, Michigan voters appreciate a candidate who is authentic and gives them straight talk on the issues, and we believe that momentum will continue to build in this important state. Moreover, New Hampshire exit polls confirm that John McCain does well with both Republican and Independent voters, and we believe broad-based appeal will play an important role in helping John McCain win in Michigan. [/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]We're also focusing on building a strong team in South Carolina. Thanks to the efforts of our great South Carolina leadership, including Senator Lindsey Graham, Attorney General Henry McMaster, State House Speaker House Bobby Harrell and many others, we've built an enthusiastic base of support in the Palmetto State. One important group in South Carolina is a large coalition of veterans. If anyone understands the need to stand strong against radical Islamic extremists, it is our veterans, and so far reaction has been very positive and support is building for their fellow veteran, John McCain. [/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]While some of our opponents are focusing exclusively on one state, we believe John McCain is prepared to have solid performances in both contests. We've already built strong networks of supporters in both states, and will spend the week ahead working hard to build on the momentum we gained in New Hampshire. Our campaign boasts strong organizations in these states and we have headquarters throughout each where supporters can come and be a part of the momentum on the ground. Our rallies are larger than ever with filled-to-capacity crowds coming to hear Senator McCain's authentic and straight talk on the issues that matter most. [/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]In addition to these two states, we're working hard to build support in Florida. Florida's primary on January 29th represents the last chance to build support heading into "Super Tuesday" on February 5th. This is a large state, which is why we're beginning to organize support and build our Florida Victory Fund right away. [/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]As John McCain reminded us on Tuesday night, our victory in New Hampshire is just the first step in this process - now we must begin again in Michigan, South Carolina and Florida. Early indications are good for our campaign, but that just means it's more important than ever to redouble our efforts to nominate the man we all know is uniquely prepared to be our next commander in chief - John McCain. [/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva] [/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]You can play an important role in these efforts by doing three simple things today:[/FONT][/FONT]
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   [*]First, forward this message to five of your friends to help us build our team. The McCain bandwagon is growing and we're always looking for more people to join our team! Tell them why you are supporting John McCain and invite them to become a part of this exciting campaign.
   [*]Next, sign up to make phone calls to Michigan and South Carolina voters to tell them why you support John McCain. You can make these calls right from your own home using our online phone bank tool. Click here to get started today with this important effort.
   [*]Finally, help us get our message out in Michigan, South Carolina and beyond by making an online contribution immediately. The great news about online donations is they can immediately be put to use and your donation will help us make important strategic decisions to continue our momentum and keep winning.[/FONT][/FONT]

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[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]Keep up the great work and on to victory![/FONT][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva][FONT=Arial, Verdana, Geneva]

Rick Davis
Campaign Manager [/FONT][/FONT]

 

[Archaeopteryx]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioy90nF2anI

 

[Carey]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioy90nF2anI

Wow I had not seen that

 

[Voegelin]

Ann Coulter sums up pretty well why McCain appeals to liberals tonight:

'STRAIGHT TALK' EXPRESS TAKES SCENIC ROUTE TO TRUTH

 

[vatuck]

:o

 

[scraparcs]

I guess I do need to examine his voting records.

 

[Carey]

Does it matter??

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuBo4E77ZXo

 

[MerchantofMenace]

John McCain knows about the secret piece of the Molotov-Ribbentrop pact:

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=36a_1200899945

 

[Brennin]

The fact that history has shown the current dominant GOP ideology to be wrong on really pretty much all issues of significance would seem to indicate that that is not a mark of good sense, actually.

Not quite.

 

[Brennin]

Ann Coulter sums up pretty well why McCain appeals to liberals tonight:

'STRAIGHT TALK' EXPRESS TAKES SCENIC ROUTE TO TRUTH

I see Ann is as repellent as ever.

 

[Carey]

Are you a DEMOCRAT, a REPUBLICAN, or a SOUTHERNER?
Here is a little test that will help you decide. The answer can be found by posing the following question:





You're walking down a deserted street with your wife and two small children. Suddenly, an Islamic terrorist with a huge knife comes around the corner, locks eyes with you, screams obscenities, praises Allah, raises the knife, and charges at you. You are carrying a Kimber 1911 cal. 45 ACP, and you are an expert shot. You have mere seconds before he reaches you and your family.


What do you do?



THINK CAREFULLY AND THEN SCROLL DOWN:


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DEMOCRAT'S Answer:


Well, that's not enough information to answer the question! Does the man look poor or oppressed? Have I ever done any thing to him that would inspire him to attack? Could we run away? What does my wife think? What about the kids? Could I possibly swing the gun like a club and knock the knife out of his hand?"? What does the law say about this situation? Does the Glock have appropriate safety built into it? Why am I carrying a loaded gun anyway, and what kind of message does this send to society and to my children? Is it possible he'd be happy with just killing me? Does he definitely want to kill me, or would he be content just to wound me? If I were to grab his knees and hold on, could my family get away while he was stabbing me? Should I call 9-1-1? Why is this street so deserted? We need to raise taxes, have paint and weed day and make this a happier, healthier street that would discourage such behavior. This is a ll so confusing! I need to debate this with some friends for few days and try to come to a consensus.

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REPUBLICAN'S Answer:


&n bsp; BANG!
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SOUTHERNER'S Answer:


BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG!
BANG! Click..... (Sounds of reloading)
BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG!
BANG! Click

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Daughter: "Nice grouping, Daddy! Were those the Winchester
Silver Tips or Hollow Points?"
Son: "Can I shoot the next one?"

Wife: "You ain't taking THAT to the Taxidermist

 

[xapis]

Did Ron Paul make McCain look like a bumbling idiot with his question in the debate last night or what?!?

McCain is clueless on economic issues.

 

[Voegelin]

http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/news/presidential_briefing/?p=161

 

[Douger]

Found the video you were talking about Xapis

http://youtube.com/watch?v=oUZwL9GPcNw

"We'd all like to see a little more sunshine?" This guy's too much.

 

[icedtea]

Hes on a roll.

 

[Brennin]

http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/news/presidential_briefing/?p=161

Sen. McCain Attacked Vice President Cheney. MCCAIN: &#8220;The president listened too much to the Vice President . . . Of course, the president bears the ultimate responsibility, but he was very badly served by both the Vice President and, most of all, the Secretary of Defense.&#8221; (Roger Simon, &#8220;McCain Bashes Cheney Over Iraq Policy,&#8221; The Politico, 1/24/07)

I admire McCain for criticizing Cheney and Rumsfeld, two of the worst counselors in the history of the presidency.

 

[SpyridonOCA]

John McCain is the Republican Party's only chance of keeping the white house. He's also the only presidential candidate who has the experience and resolve to win the war in Iraq. That Republicans would attack him as "too liberal" is mentally ill.

 

[ImmortalTechnique]

keep fighting him, crazy Republican types... it will only weaken him against Hillary or Obama in the general, and also prove how irrelevant Hannity, Rush, and their America hating bretheren and followers are once he wins the nomination

 

[Caissie]

Did Ron Paul make McCain look like a bumbling idiot with his question in the debate last night or what?!?

McCain is clueless on economic issues.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tu-tg1kQ8dk