Why Supply-Siders Will Rally to McCain

Why is Washington Broken?

I too think that Romney is the most qualified on the issues. To the reader who called Mitt "slick" I would ask do you have any evidence to prove your point? Have you even bothered to look up the facts of his record in MA? Too many people make up their minds without every doing any research. McCain's record is out there for all to see and it isn't pretty as was already stated. He has little or no concept as to how the economy works and that was obvious during the debates. He won't give up his idea on immigration which would be a disaster If one were searching for someone to run the country well, wouldn't you look for qualifications such as: intelligence, decision making, problem solving, not indebted to anyone, honest and who has led a clean life and is energetic and even tempered. One that has earned his own money. Therefore, I cannot under any circumstance vote for the lesser qualified, John McCain. This is OUR COUNTRY! I look at Washington over the years and ask what have they actually accomplished? They bickered and bickered because they are afraid one party will get the advantage over the other party- not what is best for OUR COUNTRY.. Do we really want to put a senator in the white house? I heard Romney say something to the affect that if Washington was a business, there would be a lot of people fired for not doing their jobs. I agree and think that we need a whole clean slate. Come November if we get MCain or a democrat, it will be "the same old same old " only probably worse.

Barbara of MO @ Feb 04, 2008 19:45:29 PM

McCain is not a conservative

Here in the South they can't support Romney because of his religion so they are willing to throw away the presidency to the Democrats. Certainly Huckabee is not going to come out of nowhere and win. Those who say we should support McCain think they will be able to control him in areas such as illigal immigration, but they should already know that McCain does what McCain wants to do.

McCain is the ultimate insider who has constantly thrown Republicans over the side in the name of independence. The problem is that McCain is not being independent, but maniacle.

Come November, if McCain is on the ticket, whoever is his opponent will win because, either Republicans will not vote or they will go to the other side, as I will.

JW Morrison of TN @ Feb 04, 2008 19:30:26 PM

When Mitt moves on...

Wow! The Romnibots are out in force. I have to say that I admire the dedication of Romney's last minute converts. Steadfast loyalty and a foundation of values and principles is awesome to see.

It's just too bad that Mitt won't feel the same for you when he has lost this race and has moved on to his next "project."

Mitt won't lose because he was the real conservative. Mitt will lose because he just figured out that he's supposed to say he's a conservative. (You know, just like he figured out he had to bail out Michigan to the tune of $20 billion per year...during the primary.)

True Blue conservative...right!

"I wasn't for Reagan-Bush; I was an Independent!"

"I will always defend a woman's right to choose!"

--Mitt Romney, 1994

Scott of FL @ Feb 04, 2008 19:05:26 PM

Are you sure that 100% unrestricted free global trade is the best policy? So I assume you disagree with the majority of Conservatives when they oppose the reimportation of prescription drugs, right? We live in a global marketplace and Big Pharma must compete on open non-protected playing field just like Detroit autoworkers. We are ENTITLED TO GET THE BEST PRESCRIPTION DRUGS at the same prices that the poorest nation on earth pays for them, and if the Big Pharma can't survive without protectionism, then tough. Absolute Free Market Capitalism is the answer to ALL, NO EXCEPTIONS, NONE!

Jeff Warren of MI @ Feb 04, 2008 18:45:18 PM

Don't submit to the McCain machine!

If the strongest argument about McCain's strength is the list above then we're in trouble. All points are either based on Washington promises or Washington insiders. There's zero substantive and McCain is clearly a policy wonk that has minimal skills at data digestion.

McCain is NOT the fix; he's the Washington insider of power corrupted. But, hey, maybe because he was in Vietnam he'll know what to do....

David Hughse of WY @ Feb 04, 2008 18:11:58 PM

Romney vs McCain

I am a supporter of Mitt Romney, although I feel like the media dictates who my choices are regardless of my preferences.If McCain gets the nomination, I might actually vote Democratic out of frustration and outrage. McCain does not represent my views and beliefs, and I am tired of getting reamed by my own party. As far as I'm concerned, McCain is a Democrat dressed as a Republican

Dana Strome of CA @ Feb 04, 2008 17:45:48 PM

Romney’s Already Educated on the Economy

John McCain’s ignorance on the economy, amplified when he questioned Tim Russert’s exact quote of McCains own words, will forfeit the Republican’s natural advantage against Democrats in a general election.

Romney knows more about how the economy really works than probably any presidential candidate in the history of the US (if I’m wrong, I’d love to hear who I’ve missed). We need a person who has competed in the real world of market competition—who had to create real value to survive. John McCain’s lived in the Washington bubble for 30 years…rather than creating real value, he just has to take out further deficit against future generations when funds get low. His class warfare rhetoric, “Romney worked for profit not patriotism,” makes one wonder if he is even personally convinced by the basic principles of conservative economics. McCain’s rhetoric undercuts years of effort by Republicans to explain the virtues of Capitalism. We can see where class warfare approach has gotten France.

Ryan of CA @ Feb 04, 2008 17:21:27 PM

On Every Issue - Romney Bests McCain

<b>Let's examine the top issues between McCain and Romney: </b>

<b>Bush Tax Cuts</b> - McCain voted against them twice on liberal class warfare arguments that they gave too much to the rich. He has since lied that his opposition was tied to spending concerns. McCain can't be trusted on tax cuts. Romney will never make this same argument.

Decision: Romney

<b>Earmark Reform and Spending:</b> BOTH Romney and McCain support vetoing bills with ear-marks. McCain can point to a few he's killed, but in 24 years in the Senate he hasn't done much to improve the overall situation. Romney, on the other hand, has *proven* an ability to balance a budget--including the one with a $3B gap in MA. Romney has already put out his position regarding holding non-defense spending at inflation less 1%. Further, he has astutely pointed out that the bigger problem is not the pork-barrel spending but the mess known as entitlement spending.

Decision: Romney, but McCain does get points for expressing strong opposition to pork-barrel spending

<b>Judges:</b> Despite his recent pledge to appoint Conservative judges, McCain has ridiculed Roberts for "wearing his Conservatism on his sleeve" and continues to love Sandra Day O'Connor. Romney is no fan of O'Connor and has expressed strong support for Alito and Roberts.

Decision: Romney

<b>Trade and the Economy:</b> McCain doesn't hold a candle to Romney when it comes to understanding economics. He's even admitted multiple times he doesn't know much about economics. He's never managed anything. In stark contrast, Romney has a stellar career of accomplishments.

Decision: Romney

<b>Healthcare:</b> McCain doesn't hold a candle to Romney when it comes to understanding healthcare. I don't know that I've ever even heard him utter the words. Romney is the only candidate of either party that has actually tackled this problem. Considering the Democrats have made this one of their leading issues, doesn't it make sense to put up a candidate that can take this issue away. They can speculate all they want. Romney has already done it. Decision:

Romney

<b>National Security:</b> McCain clearly has military experience that Romney does not. He also has more experience with foreign policy. True. Romney, on the other hand, has much better temperament and has shown outstanding decision making ability throughout his career. Further, many have suggested he understands the current struggle against radical jihadists much better than most politicians. It's no secret the Democrats will try to hang McCain with the war. Their base is extremely opposed and after Bush/Cheney/Rumsfeld McCain is the highest profile poster child for the war.

Decision: Split, but leans toward Romney once you take it to the national election.

On six of the top seven issues, Romney is clearly more qualified than McCain and the seventh is even a toss-up.

<b>Mitt Romney - a PROVEN LEADER with the EXPERIENCE to tackle and solve the problems Washington has left undone.</b>

Jeremiah Grant of AZ @ Feb 04, 2008 17:15:00 PM