cybermgk Posted August 24, 2023 at 07:11 PM Share Posted August 24, 2023 at 07:11 PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbacs Posted August 24, 2023 at 10:47 PM Share Posted August 24, 2023 at 10:47 PM There are many out there who really and completely get the 2nd. But there aren’t any who can or will be getting into a position to help anywhere in the near future! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted August 25, 2023 at 12:26 AM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 12:26 AM Is the GOP ready to vote for a skinny young guy with a funny name? Recorded an interview with him last night. He’s enthusiastic. Overly aggressive hand held microphone technique despite my crash course. Needs further training. Cheers, Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallbore Posted August 25, 2023 at 12:33 AM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 12:33 AM His history makes me believe he is only saying what conservatives want to hear. My mind is firm who I support. Let him prove himself at a lesser position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmart Posted August 25, 2023 at 12:34 AM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 12:34 AM I like what he says. I'm not sold on the fact that he's just come out of nowhere, has established zero conservative cred other than talking on TV and in interviews, and there are some claims being made about him that give me pause. I don't like the fact that supposedly he's argued in favor of the inheritance tax because 'nobody should become a billionaire just because their parents died' or words to that effect. He says what I want to hear but both Trump and DeSantis have demonstrated follow-through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc2601 Posted August 25, 2023 at 02:43 AM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 02:43 AM He's about as genuine as a three dollar bill, and has less than a snowball's chance... Some interesting background here: https://nurseclairesays.com/2023/08/24/vivek-is-just-another-puppet-on-the-stage/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou Posted August 25, 2023 at 02:45 AM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 02:45 AM On 8/24/2023 at 7:26 PM, soundguy said: Is the GOP ready to vote for a skinny young guy with a funny name? Recorded an interview with him last night. He’s enthusiastic. Overly aggressive hand held microphone technique despite my crash course. Needs further training. Cheers, Tim Well the DNC elected a skinny young kid with funny ears and a funny name - twice You do remember a guy names Barack Obama, don’t you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTHunter Posted August 25, 2023 at 02:46 AM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 02:46 AM On 8/24/2023 at 7:33 PM, Smallbore said: His history makes me believe he is only saying what conservatives want to hear. My mind is firm who I support. Let him prove himself at a lesser position. A "talk radio" station I was listening to this afternoon (97.1 in Florissant, MO) were reading excerpts from his book that came out earlier this year. Not only does he have a total lack of experience, he made statements in his book about abandoning Israel, conflicting ones about the Second, and (IIRC) more options for foreign nationals to enter the U.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted August 25, 2023 at 10:39 AM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 10:39 AM On 8/24/2023 at 9:45 PM, Lou said: Well the DNC elected a skinny young kid with funny ears and a funny name - twice You do remember a guy names Barack Obama, don’t you? Yes... Vivek actually quotes that line from Obama's speech often, which back then, was a coy reference to being black. Is the GOP ready to elect a black man or someone who looks like they own a 7/11? Cheers, Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmart Posted August 25, 2023 at 11:08 AM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 11:08 AM Ask any conservative who their favorite Supreme Court Justice is and they would all tell you Clarence Thomas and they'd like 6 clones of him on the bench as well. Not people just like him, actual clones...lol I think we need to stop dwelling on the old conservatives don't like people of color trope. We want to see true conservatives who love our country, stand up for the rule of law, and fight for our freedom instead of compromising it away all the time. Doesn't matter what color they are. Perhaps if there were more conservatives of color this would be more apparent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djmarkla Posted August 25, 2023 at 12:42 PM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 12:42 PM I am an old fat white guy and I would have Mark Robinson for president if I could. Someone said something about content of character or some such thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallbore Posted August 25, 2023 at 01:20 PM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 01:20 PM Senator Tim Scott has my attention. Running as vp with Trump would set him up to run in 28. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey Posted August 25, 2023 at 01:22 PM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 01:22 PM On 8/25/2023 at 5:39 AM, soundguy said: Yes... Vivek actually quotes that line from Obama's speech often, which back then, was a coy reference to being black. Is the GOP ready to elect a black man or someone who looks like they own a 7/11? Cheers, Tim Really? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RECarry Posted August 25, 2023 at 01:32 PM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 01:32 PM On 8/25/2023 at 7:42 AM, djmarkla said: I am an old fat white guy and I would have Mark Robinson for president if I could. Someone said something about content of character or some such thing. +1. Mark's race will be interesting to watch, no pun intended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiet Observer Posted August 25, 2023 at 03:34 PM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 03:34 PM On 8/24/2023 at 7:33 PM, Smallbore said: His history makes me believe he is only saying what conservatives want to hear. My mind is firm who I support. Let him prove himself at a lesser position. Many said this same thing about Donald Trump in 2016. I am not promoting or condemning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djmarkla Posted August 25, 2023 at 06:18 PM Share Posted August 25, 2023 at 06:18 PM On 8/25/2023 at 8:32 AM, RECarry said: +1. Mark's race will be interesting to watch, no pun intended. He has a fighting spirt. He as stood up to defend Parents and Children against woke schoolboards as well as defending 2A civil rights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted August 26, 2023 at 01:14 AM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 01:14 AM On 8/25/2023 at 8:22 AM, Jeffrey said: Really? Yes... really. Cheers, Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallbore Posted August 26, 2023 at 02:14 AM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 02:14 AM On 8/25/2023 at 10:34 AM, Quiet Observer said: Many said this same thing about Donald Trump in 2016. I am not promoting or condemning. I do not remember Trump being tied to the Soro's money. Trump's past was a conservative Democrat who are a rare breed today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiet Observer Posted August 26, 2023 at 02:59 AM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 02:59 AM On 8/25/2023 at 9:14 PM, Smallbore said: I do not remember Trump being tied to the Soro's money. Trump's past was a conservative Democrat who are a rare breed today. Nor did you mention Soros in your statement to which I referred. If you reply to this, will you then switch the subject the cost of green beans in Atlanta? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illinois Sucks Posted August 26, 2023 at 01:27 PM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 01:27 PM On 8/25/2023 at 6:22 AM, Jeffrey said: Really? This is obviously blatant racism.... except it is (D)oesn't count when it comes from a (D)onkey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted August 26, 2023 at 02:59 PM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 02:59 PM On 8/26/2023 at 8:27 AM, Illinois Sucks said: This is obviously blatant racism.... except it is (D)oesn't count when it comes from a (D)onkey. Really? I’m just asking if the GOP is ready and willing to vote for a smart, first generation Hindu whose parents immigrated to the US? “Ramaswamy’s professed Hindu faith has often drawn scrutiny and attacks from some Christian nationalists. Ramaswamy responded to questions about his faith by noting that he shares the Judeo-Christian values, even though he is a Hindu.[36] Further, he has asked "Do you want somebody who lives by those values and shares those values and will govern according to those values even if I don’t check the box of being a Christian in name? Or do you want somebody who’s a Christian in name but may not, in any sense, live according to those values?" I don't like the way he handles a microphone... Cheers, Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bird76Mojo Posted August 26, 2023 at 03:09 PM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 03:09 PM This guy is a snake. Mark my words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou Posted August 26, 2023 at 03:51 PM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 03:51 PM On 8/26/2023 at 9:59 AM, soundguy said: Really? I’m just asking if the GOP is ready and willing to vote for a smart, first generation Hindu whose parents immigrated to the US? “Ramaswamy’s professed Hindu faith has often drawn scrutiny and attacks from some Christian nationalists. Ramaswamy responded to questions about his faith by noting that he shares the Judeo-Christian values, even though he is a Hindu.[36] Further, he has asked "Do you want somebody who lives by those values and shares those values and will govern according to those values even if I don’t check the box of being a Christian in name? Or do you want somebody who’s a Christian in name but may not, in any sense, live according to those values?" I don't like the way he handles a microphone... Cheers, Tim Sure. I'd vote for Nikki Haley(born Nimarata Nikki Haley (née Randhawa) if she were to win the nomination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallbore Posted August 26, 2023 at 05:26 PM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 05:26 PM On 8/25/2023 at 9:59 PM, Quiet Observer said: Nor did you mention Soros in your statement to which I referred. If you reply to this, will you then switch the subject the cost of green beans in Atlanta? No switch. First I mention his past, second I was specific. The cost of green beans is important to the locals. My wife grew some in our garden. Fresh is tasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted August 26, 2023 at 08:32 PM Share Posted August 26, 2023 at 08:32 PM On 8/26/2023 at 10:51 AM, Lou said: Sure. I'd vote for Nikki Haley(born Nimarata Nikki Haley (née Randhawa) if she were to win the nomination. I prefer Hayley to Ramaswamy. Not sure how well she handles a microphone, but likely better than Vivek. Cheers, Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou Posted August 27, 2023 at 12:20 AM Share Posted August 27, 2023 at 12:20 AM On 8/26/2023 at 3:32 PM, soundguy said: I prefer Hayley to Ramaswamy. Not sure how well she handles a microphone, but likely better than Vivek. Cheers, Tim I’m more results oriented. Handling a microphone or being able to read a teleprompter is a small part of leading a country. I liked how she handled her United Nations post and the leadership she showed there. I have not seen that type of leadership from Vivek. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogsoldier321 Posted August 27, 2023 at 12:24 AM Share Posted August 27, 2023 at 12:24 AM On 8/26/2023 at 8:27 AM, Illinois Sucks said: This is obviously blatant racism.... except it is (D)oesn't count when it comes from a (D)onkey. This^^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illinois Sucks Posted August 27, 2023 at 02:12 AM Share Posted August 27, 2023 at 02:12 AM On 8/26/2023 at 7:59 AM, soundguy said: Really? I’m just asking if the GOP is ready and willing to vote for a smart, first generation Hindu whose parents immigrated to the US? “Ramaswamy’s professed Hindu faith has often drawn scrutiny and attacks from some Christian nationalists. Ramaswamy responded to questions about his faith by noting that he shares the Judeo-Christian values, even though he is a Hindu.[36] Further, he has asked "Do you want somebody who lives by those values and shares those values and will govern according to those values even if I don’t check the box of being a Christian in name? Or do you want somebody who’s a Christian in name but may not, in any sense, live according to those values?" I don't like the way he handles a microphone... Cheers, Tim The only people hung up on the color of a person's skin are Democrats. They prefer to value people based on their melanin content rather than their character. As far as religion, I think that most conservatives wouldn't care what religion someone belonged to as long as it was not one of those "our god wants us to wage war against non believers" religions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikew Posted August 27, 2023 at 06:15 PM Share Posted August 27, 2023 at 06:15 PM On 8/26/2023 at 10:09 AM, Bird76Mojo said: This guy is a snake. Mark my words. He's a politician. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTHunter Posted August 28, 2023 at 01:49 AM Share Posted August 28, 2023 at 01:49 AM On 8/26/2023 at 10:09 AM, Bird76Mojo said: This guy is a snake. Mark my words. Actually, it would probably be more accurate to call him a chameleon. On 8/27/2023 at 1:15 PM, mikew said: He's a politician. See above as that is an appropriate answer for both posts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.