Ghost of WGH Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 I'm going to attempt to just give an overview of all the candidates for the Republicans here. If there is anything that needs to be added for any of the candidates, well just add it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of WGH Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Rudy Giuliani Current job: Lawyer and consultant Birth date: May 28, 1944, Brooklyn, New York Family: Married Judith "Judi" Nathan (2003-present); Donna Hanover (1984-2002, divorced); Regina Peruggi (1968-1982, annulment). Children: stepdaughter Whitney (1986); Caroline (1989); Andrew (1986) Religion: Roman Catholic Education: Manhattan College, A.B., 1965; New York University Law School, J.D., 1968 Campaign Web site: www.joinrudy2008.com On the Issues: Abortion Supports abortion rights. Immigration Supports providing a path to citizenship for some illegal immigrants, but not ahead of those in the system legally. Says that illegal immigrants must pay back-taxes, penalties and learn English and American history before gaining citizenship. Supports a high-tech fence at the U.S.-Mexican border. Supports short-term use of the National Guard to help secure the U.S.-Mexican border and long-term increases in border patrol personnel. Supports creating a tamper-resistant identification system to verify legal status. Iraq Opposes setting timetable for troop withdrawal. Supported Bush plan to send additional American troops to Iraq. Opposes congressional resolutions criticizing troop increase. Says failure in Iraq will lead to a broader regional conflict. Same-sex marriage Says marriage should be defined as between a man and a woman, but supports domestic partnerships and legal benefits for same-sex couples. Social Security Supports private retirement accounts as a part of Social Security, but not at the expense of guaranteed benefits. Taxes Supports Bush tax cuts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of WGH Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Mike Huckabee Current job: Term as Arkansas governor ended in January 2007 Birth date: August 24, 1955; Hope, Arkansas Family: Married Janet Huckabee Religion: Baptist Education: Ouachita Baptist University, B.A., 1975; Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1976-80 Campaign Web site: www.explorehuckabee.com On the Issues: Abortion Opposes abortion rights. Immigration Supports Bush-backed immigration plan that provides a path to citizenship for some illegal immigrants. Believes some Republican plans to deport illegal immigrants are "unworkable." Iraq Has offered qualified support for Bush Iraq policy, saying the president has access to military and diplomatic information that is not publicly available. Opposes congressional resolutions that express opposition to the president's plan to increase the number of American troops in Iraq. Opposes proposals to cut funding for the war. Same-sex marriage Opposes same-sex marriage. Social Security Supports Bush plan allowing workers to divert some Social Security payroll taxes into private retirement accounts. Taxes Supports a "FairTax" plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of WGH Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Duncan Hunter Current job: U.S. representative from California Birth date: May 31, 1948; Riverside, California Family: Married Lynne Hunter Religion: Baptist Education: Western State University, B.S.L and J.D., 1976 Campaign Web site: www.gohunter08.com On the Issues: Abortion Opposes abortion rights. Sponsored legislation which would define life as beginning at conception and apply constitutional protections to the unborn. Immigration Supported strict House immigration overhaul legislation that did not provide a path to citizenship for some illegal immigrants. Voted to authorize construction of a 700-mile fence along the U.S.-Mexican border. Opposes amnesty programs. Says stricter enforcement of the nation's borders is a national security issue. Iraq Voted for the use of military force in Iraq. Voted against war spending bill that would have withdrawn most U.S. troops by March 2008. Supported Bush plan to increase the number of American troops, but would also require increased use of Iraqi forces. Has called for the administration to update Congress on war progress every 30 days. Says the United States is obligated to complete its mission in Iraq. Same-sex marriage Opposes same-sex marriage and supports a constitutional amendment defining marriage as a union between one man and one woman. Social Security Says he is considering all options to reform the program and prevent impending insolvency. Taxes Supported 2001 and 2003 Bush tax cuts. Supported extending tax cuts through 2010. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of WGH Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 John McCain Current job: U.S. senator from Arizona Birth date: August 29, 1936, Panama Canal Zone Family: Married Cindy Hensley (May 17, 1980 - present); Carol Shepp (1965-1980, divorced); Children: Bridget, 1991 (adopted from Bangladesh, 1992); Jimmy, 1988; Jack, 1986; Meghan, 1984; Sidney, 1966; Adopted sons from Carol's previous marriage: Andy, 1962, and Doug, 1959. Religion: Episcopalian Education: U.S. Naval Academy, B.S., 1958; National War College, 1974 Campaign Web site: www.johnmccain.com On the Issues: Abortion Opposes abortion rights except in cases of rape, incest or to protect the life of the mother. Immigration Co-sponsored Bush-backed immigration reform legislation, which would have increased funding and improved border security technology, improved enforcement of existing laws, and provided a legal path to citizenship for some illegal immigrants. Voted to authorize construction of a 700-mile fence along the U.S.-Mexican border. Iraq Voted for use of military force in Iraq. Supported Bush veto of war spending bill that would have withdrawn most U.S. troops by March 2008. Was an early proponent of sending additional American troops to Iraq. Same-sex marriage Supports definition of marriage as a union between a man and a woman, but opposes a constitutional amendment banning same sex-marriage. Says individual states should decide the issue. Says a federal marriage ban might be appropriate if courts overturned state marriage laws. Supports legal benefits for same-sex partners. Social Security Supports Bush plan to allow workers to divert some Social Security payroll taxes to private retirement accounts. Taxes Voted against 2001 and 2003 Bush tax cut laws, but later voted in favor of extending tax cuts through 2010. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of WGH Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Mitt Romney Current job: Term as Massachusetts governor ended in January 2007 Birth date: March 12, 1947; Detroit, Michigan Family: Married Ann Davies (1969-present); five children Religion: Mormon Education: Brigham Young University, B.A., 1971; Harvard University, M.B.A., J.D., 1975 Campaign Web site: www.mittromney.com On the Issues: Abortion Opposes abortion rights except in cases of rape, incest and to protect the life of the mother. Supported abortion rights as a 1994 Senate candidate. Immigration Opposes Bush-backed guest worker plan, saying it goes too far in expanding future immigration levels. Calls for a better system for employers to verify legal status of workers. Opposes allowing illegal immigrants to gain legal status apart from existing procedures available to all non-citizens. Opposes in-state tuition breaks for illegal immigrants. As governor, authorized use of state police for immigration enforcement. Iraq Supported Bush veto of Iraq war spending bill that would have withdrawn most U.S. troops by March 2008 at the latest. Opposes troop withdrawal. Supported the president's plan for additional troops in Iraq. Same-sex marriage Opposes same-sex marriage. Opposes civil unions, though had supported a Vermont-style civil unions law for Massachusetts. Social Security Has suggested creating an independent panel to formulate a plan to reform Social Security. Taxes Supports Bush tax cuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of WGH Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Ron Paul Current job: U.S. representative from Texas Birth date: August 20, 1935; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Family: Married Carol Paul; five children Religion: Protestant Education: Gettysburg College, B.A., 1957; Duke University, M.D., 1961 Campaign Web site: www.ronpaul2008.com On the Issues: Abortion Opposes abortion rights, but says that the issue should be decided in the states. Supports ban on procedure opponents call "partial birth" abortion. Says Roe v. Wade was "wrongly decided." Immigration Supported strict House immigration overhaul legislation that did not provide a path to citizenship for some illegal immigrants. Voted to authorize construction of a 700-mile fence along the U.S.-Mexican border. Iraq Voted against use of military force in Iraq. Supports withdrawing troops from Iraq, but opposed war spending bill which included a plan to withdraw most U.S. troops by March 2008. Calls for repealing authority given to the president in 2002 Iraq war authorization vote. Opposed Bush plan to increase the number of American troops in Iraq. Says military victory in Iraq is "unattainable." Same-sex marriage Supports definition of marriage as between a man and a woman, but opposes any federal marriage definition. Says that states should not be forced to recognize another state's same-sex marriage law. Opposed House measure amending the Constitution to ban same-sex marriage. Social Security Opposes Bush plan allowing workers to divert some Social Security payroll taxes into private retirement accounts. Proposes cutting payroll taxes and allowing workers to invest the money themselves. Says excessive government spending is the cause of Social Security insolvency problems. Opposes all taxation of Social Security benefits. Taxes Supported 2001 and 2003 Bush tax cuts. Supported extending tax cuts through 2010. Named House's "top tax cutter" by conservative Human Events magazine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of WGH Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Fred Thompson Current job: Actor -- most recently appeared on TV?s "Law & Order." ABC radio commentator Birth date: August 19, 1942, Sheffield, Alabama Family: Married Jeri Kehn Thompson (2001-present); divorced Sarah Knestrickin 1985. Religion: Protestant Education: Memphis State University, B.S., 1964; Vanderbilt University Law School, J.D., 1967 On the Issues: Abortion Opposes abortion rights. Says Roe v. Wade is a "bad law" and "bad medical science." Immigration Supports stricter enforcement of existing laws to prevent future influx of illegal immigrants. Opposes blanket amnesty programs, but willing to consider allowing some illegal immigrants to earn citizenship without being unfair to those here legally. Supports expanding visa program for skilled workers. Iraq Voted for use of military force in Iraq. Supports Bush Iraq policy, but says U.S. entered war with too few troops and wrong strategy. Same-sex marriage Opposes same-sex marriage. Personally opposes civil unions, but says the issue should be left to states. Social Security Voted in favor of using budget surplus funds to create a private savings account program as a supplement to Social Security. Taxes Voted in favor of 2001 Bush tax cut law. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarlinFan10 Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Thanks for doing this. I'm actually a little undecided and I have to vote soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FutureGM Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Thanks for doing this. I'm actually a little undecided and I have to vote soon. All answers can be found in my signature. :thumbup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarlinFan10 Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Thanks for doing this. I'm actually a little undecided and I have to vote soon. All answers can be found in my signature. :thumbup You're right, I should vote for Obama in the Republican primary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FutureGM Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 Thanks for doing this. I'm actually a little undecided and I have to vote soon. All answers can be found in my signature. :thumbup You're right, I should vote for Obama in the Republican primary. :mischief Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passion Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Anyone on the fence about who to vote for in the GOP should just hear the audio of each candidate's response to Benazir Bhutto's assassination. The choice should be pretty clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarlinFan10 Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Anyone on the fence about who to vote for in the GOP should just hear the audio of each candidate's response to Benazir Bhutto's assassination. The choice should be pretty clear. Link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lefty Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 If I was Republican, I'd give McCain the GOP nod...but I'm not, so it's pointless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passion Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Anyone on the fence about who to vote for in the GOP should just hear the audio of each candidate's response to Benazir Bhutto's assassination. The choice should be pretty clear. Link? http://www.desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs...009/-1/SPORTS09 I'm still trying to find audio, but that has reactions from the candidates on both sides of the political fence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying_Mollusk Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Apparently Fred Thompson will drop out if he finishes 4th, or so go the rumors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passion Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Apparently Fred Thompson will drop out if he finishes 4th, or so go the rumors. I guess he'll be dropping out then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lefty Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Paul and Thompson will be the first casualties, imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passion Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Paul will never give up. Ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lefty Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Paul will never give up. Ever. We should just send him over to Cuba with all the support he has. I'd love to see the aftermath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passion Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 The good thing about Thompson bowing out now is that it would really help McCain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FutureGM Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Paul has a lot more money than Thompson, not to mention somewhat better numbers, so I suspect he will stick around a little longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarlinFan10 Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 The good thing about Thompson bowing out now is that it would really help McCain. If he does he would back McCain and McCain's website calls Thompson "a close 2nd" in being the best Reagan conservative candidate, which is why I don't think it's entirely impossible that Thompson runs for VP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passion Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 The good thing about Thompson bowing out now is that it would really help McCain. If he does he would back McCain and McCain's website calls Thompson "a close 2nd" in being the best Reagan conservative candidate, which is why I don't think it's entirely impossible that Thompson runs for VP. I'd absolutely love it. Plus, considering McCain's age if he took the White House he could propel Thompson to the presidency in '12. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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