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Ron Paul Stakes Claim as Only Remaining True Conservative
Josiah Ryan and Kevin Mooney
Staff Writers
On the Spot (CNSNews.com) - Rep. Ron Paul of Texas championed small government libertarianism at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington on Thursday.
Paul claims to be the only conservative remaining in the race for the Republican presidential nomination.
"We are in a bind. We are in a fix. We spend too much everywhere. We spend too much overseas, we spend too much domestically. The only answer is to be true conservatives," he told conservative activists.
Invoking the 1994 "Republican Revolution," Paul reminded conservatives about a time when the Republican Party forcefully pursued smaller government and fiscal restraint. But after Republicans gained a majority in 1994, following a campaign that focused on those principles, the conservative spirit eroded as Republicans became accustomed to power, he said.
Republicans once identified the Department of Education as a target for extinction, Paul reminded audience members. But in recent years, the DOE has grown in size and influence under a Republican administration. This overspending has antagonized the Republican base, Paul argued.
"We have lost House seats not because we aren't compassionate, but because we aren't conservative," he said.
Paul expressed doubt that Sen. John McCain can lead Republicans back to the conservative principles of 1994. Instead of advancing limited government, McCain has chosen to align himself with some of the most destructive liberals in the United States Senate, Paul said.
Paul was particularly critical of the alliance McCain has forged with Sen. Russ Feingold and Sen. Ted Kennedy. "This candidate's best friends names are Kennedy and Feingold," said Paul.
Paul, who is staunchly pro-life, has proposed a "sanctity of life" amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Such a bill would establish the principle that life begins at conception, Paul explained. "That's not a political statement, that's a scientific statement," he said.
Paul also said he favors legislation that would preclude the federal judiciary from having jurisdiction over the abortion issue. "Such legislation would allow states to have greater latitude in setting policy as it pertains to abortion without judicial legislation," he said.
Although Paul trails in the polls and didn't command the same overflow crowds at CPAC as McCain and Romney did earlier in the day, he has a loyal and enthusiastic following.
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Paul claims to be the only conservative remaining in the race for the Republican presidential nomination.
"We are in a bind. We are in a fix. We spend too much everywhere. We spend too much overseas, we spend too much domestically. The only answer is to be true conservatives," he told conservative activists.
Invoking the 1994 "Republican Revolution," Paul reminded conservatives about a time when the Republican Party forcefully pursued smaller government and fiscal restraint. But after Republicans gained a majority in 1994, following a campaign that focused on those principles, the conservative spirit eroded as Republicans became accustomed to power, he said.
Republicans once identified the Department of Education as a target for extinction, Paul reminded audience members. But in recent years, the DOE has grown in size and influence under a Republican administration. This overspending has antagonized the Republican base, Paul argued.
"We have lost House seats not because we aren't compassionate, but because we aren't conservative," he said.
Paul expressed doubt that Sen. John McCain can lead Republicans back to the conservative principles of 1994. Instead of advancing limited government, McCain has chosen to align himself with some of the most destructive liberals in the United States Senate, Paul said.
Paul was particularly critical of the alliance McCain has forged with Sen. Russ Feingold and Sen. Ted Kennedy. "This candidate's best friends names are Kennedy and Feingold," said Paul.
Paul, who is staunchly pro-life, has proposed a "sanctity of life" amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Such a bill would establish the principle that life begins at conception, Paul explained. "That's not a political statement, that's a scientific statement," he said.
Paul also said he favors legislation that would preclude the federal judiciary from having jurisdiction over the abortion issue. "Such legislation would allow states to have greater latitude in setting policy as it pertains to abortion without judicial legislation," he said.
Although Paul trails in the polls and didn't command the same overflow crowds at CPAC as McCain and Romney did earlier in the day, he has a loyal and enthusiastic following.
Make media inquiries or request an interview about this article.
E-mail a comment or news tip to Josiah Ryan
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debbie053
2/10/2008 1:56 AM
Thank you so much for this article. I believe that Ron Paul is truly the choice of the American people. The problem is that, as late as it is in the primary season, too many people have never even heard of him. Those in power who are determined to drag our nation down to self-destruction do not want his message to be heard. It is unlikely that we ever will find another candidate with his honesty and steadfast commitment to serving the people he represents. The people who have been following his campaign still hope he will win the Republican nomination. If he does not, I for one, will write him in. I cannot in conscience vote for any of the others.
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pinkypie
2/8/2008 8:38 PM
Thank you for this article!!! Our Family Loves Ron Paul. He is the only real true conservative. Pastor Chuck Baldwin has endorsed Ron Paul. He is the only candidate trying to save this country.
Our Family encourages you to look into Ron Paul. You will find him to be in our opinion the best one for the job. Like the previous poster said don't let the media sway your vote away from a once in a lifetime candiate such as Ron Paul. He carries the heart of the founding fathers for America.
Our Family encourages you to look into Ron Paul. You will find him to be in our opinion the best one for the job. Like the previous poster said don't let the media sway your vote away from a once in a lifetime candiate such as Ron Paul. He carries the heart of the founding fathers for America.
AK209
2/8/2008 3:23 PM
I am so appreciative of your coverage of Dr.Paul. I have been one of his supporters for some time now and am so happy to see him running. I find it disheartening that so many Americans are willing to leave behind the constitutional principles given to us by our founding fathers for a self proclaimed, but seldom demonstrated, "conservative" like McCain. Dr. Paul has the voting record to back up everything he is promising. He is a man of principle and integrity. If America votes for any one else, they have no reason to complain when the next four years are more of the same progression away from a free nation.
And remember, the only way Dr. Paul will be unelectable is if you don't vote for him. Don't let the media steal your vote from you.
And remember, the only way Dr. Paul will be unelectable is if you don't vote for him. Don't let the media steal your vote from you.
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