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Runbikegrrl
True Blue Farmgirl
250 Posts
MaryAnn
Waterbury Ctr
VT
USA
250 Posts |
 Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 03:22:41 AM
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So ladies who do you like? I consider myself a conservative democrat, but I have really liked some local republican politicians so maybe I'm actually a liberal republican? In any case according to polls/press it seems Hilary is getting the go from the majority of "low income" women. I'd like a woman in the whitehouse! Though I am so disappointed in our current leadership...sometimes I don't know what I think or want! I like a few other candidates but don't want to support anyone who doesn't even have a chance of getting on the ballot!
"So many interests so little time!"
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asnedecor
True Blue Farmgirl
1054 Posts
Anne
Portland
Or
USA
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Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 06:52:10 AM
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I don't talk about politics to much - but my choice right now is John Edwards. Was my choice the first time around when he was Kerry's running mate and now my first choice again. I am a republican - but a liberal republican that votes on who I like, whether it is a republican, democrate or independant. Just looking for the best person to do the job.
Anne in Portland
"Weeds are flowers too, once you get to know them" Eyeore from Winnie the Pooh
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ArmyWifey
True Blue Farmgirl
712 Posts
Holly
Abilene
KS
712 Posts |
Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 07:23:04 AM
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Ron Paul
As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord!
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Runbikegrrl
True Blue Farmgirl
250 Posts
MaryAnn
Waterbury Ctr
VT
USA
250 Posts |
Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 07:48:49 AM
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I really like John Edwards too! I just don't think he stands a chance. Don't know too much about Ron Paul...but it's time to really start learning about all the candidates
"So many interests so little time!"
http://lovelifelivegrrl.blogspot.com/ |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 07:51:02 AM
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4853 Posts |
Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 07:52:49 AM
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I'm with you, Anne. John Edwards for me, too. I had really wished that it was Edwards/Kerry back then. I realize there is a war going on, and there are many fires to put out overseas, but what about on the homefront? There are also many "wars" in our country. Poverty and healthcare to start. John Edwards embodies much of what I feel and think on daily. I also trust in his committment to his family and his obvious compassion and love for his wife.
"In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." Margaret Atwood
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Aunt George
True Blue Farmgirl
1476 Posts
Georgann
Midlothian
VA
1476 Posts |
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Tracey
True Blue Farmgirl
766 Posts
Tracey
State of Confusion
USA
766 Posts |
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Carolinagirl
True Blue Farmgirl
486 Posts
Kim
Rutherfordton
NC
USA
486 Posts |
Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 1:27:04 PM
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I saw Ron Paul on The Daily Show last week, and I'd never heard of him. But I liked what he said. Also, I like Gore, even though he isn't running (yet). I liked Gore the first time around, and I think his message has only gotten better.
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laluna
True Blue Farmgirl
295 Posts
New York
USA
295 Posts |
Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 2:21:04 PM
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*steps lightly into thread*
Well, I'd love to see Dennis Kucinich (http://kucinich.us/) but I'm a realist and know it won't happen. Which leaves me with not much to choose from that truly isn't the "same old,same old," imo, no matter which side of the fence you're on. *sigh* |
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Love-in-a-Mist
True Blue Farmgirl
367 Posts
Shannon
Independence
Oregon
USA
367 Posts |
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GaiasRose
True Blue Farmgirl
2552 Posts
Tasha-Rose
St. Paul
Minnesota
2552 Posts |
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faithymom
True Blue Farmgirl
360 Posts
Faith
Sandpoint
ID
USA
360 Posts |
Posted - Jun 13 2007 : 11:51:52 PM
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I certainly need to go do more research on this. I am a weirdo in that I really enjoy talking about politics (and religion, too)
Thanks for the link to Ron Paul...I also had no idea he was running...looks interesting.
Faith
"All television is educational television. The only question is, what is it teaching?"-Fmr. FCC Commissioner Nicholas Johnson |
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BotanicalBath
True Blue Farmgirl
1014 Posts
Elizabeth
Ohio
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Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 01:20:42 AM
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I would have to go with Kucinich, just because he buys my soap.
What a great claim that would be.... Official White house soap.... washing all the dirty hands (or insert better body part) of politics...
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Runbikegrrl
True Blue Farmgirl
250 Posts
MaryAnn
Waterbury Ctr
VT
USA
250 Posts |
Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 04:05:42 AM
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Elizabeth what a hoot! Can you imagine your advertising! soap fit for a president. Serious thank you girls for all your replies...I am just as confused as before...I really like lots of the individual traits of the various candidates but none really as a whole. I think would be happy with a blend of Hilary, Obama and John Edwards...my morphed president would remain female of course! Also read a bit about Ron Paul and like some of what he has to say....boy this is tough. I do not have a TV either so all my reseach is via internet until the papers start getting into it in a few months.
"So many interests so little time!"
http://lovelifelivegrrl.blogspot.com/ |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
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Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 10:23:50 AM
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I'm leaning towards Edwards right now, but it's so hard to take any political candidate seriously.
I don't really fit in with any party or candidate on issues across the board. For instance, I would love to see publicly funded health care, but I'm not a fan of gay marriage. I wish we could vote on issues directly, rather than choosing a person and hoping they make the same decisions we would. |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
4439 Posts |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
2099 Posts |
Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 12:51:01 PM
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| I had not heard of Ron Paul before, and I just noticed an article on the 2008 candidates in the news that referred to him as a "free market libertarian in Republican's clothes". Sounds a little scary to me, but I have not actually done any research on the guy. |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
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Patsy
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Illinois
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 1:38:00 PM
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I guess I am out on a limb by myself....which isn't unusual. Lol. So far Mitt Romney is my favorite. Yes, you guessed it. I am very conservative. I don't know much about Ron Paul either. And I don't trust Hillary and though Obama is my state senator, he is pretty liberal for me. But I could change my mind 20 times before the election.
May God bless those who love the soil,
Patsy
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 3:44:59 PM
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I agree that a female voice would be lovely, however we have enough harsh, angry, agressive females in Washington (and Hollywood) already. Giving them power behind those voices would be devestating. Their voice is definitely not my voice. I still do not know for whom I will vote, but it's going to be for a man. :)
Karin
Wherever you go, there you are.
Come visit me at:
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mommatracy
True Blue Farmgirl
490 Posts
Tracy
My. Olive
NC
USA
490 Posts |
Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 6:29:24 PM
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| I am going to regret this but......... 1. I am from NC and when John Edwards was elected Senator he promised that he was "for the common man", which is so offensive. What are we? Government subjects? He missed 85 percent of the senate meetings and the opportunity to vote. He used the people of NC and his office as a stepping stone to run in the presidential race. The people of NC have been totally disgusted with his lack of interest in what goes on here at home. 2. O'Bama, no way. Yes he's a nice guy. There is so much more I can say about him but it's best I keep it to myself. 3. Hillary is a user. Much like John Edwards. Did you know she wanted to eliminate income taxes for Puerto Ricans living in NY? It doesn't take a Philadelphia lawyer to figure out why she would suggest that. Another way to get votes by any means. Most politicians are only interested in getting elected because of their huge egos. They need the attention and the adoration and the power. Yes there are a few genuine politicians who really care about this country but very few. I have never voted for someone just because they were democrat or republican. I vote for the individual and what I believe they stand for. Sometimes I have been disappointed. |
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garliclady
True Blue Farmgirl
274 Posts
Reidsville
NC
274 Posts |
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 9:39:47 PM
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Karen, Tracy and Garliclady, you all said what I would, but now don't need to. When we lived in Akansas at the time of Clinton, we didn't like him as Gov. with all his garbage and controversy, and then suprise, he continued the pattern in the white house. Definitly don't want the Mrs. as President.
"...the setting sun is like going into the very presence of God." Elizabeth Von Arnim |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
4439 Posts |
Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 9:47:19 PM
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Thank you ladies for your very honest opinions. I really do like to make an informed decision before I vote so really appreciate others input. I am like Patsy and can change my mind several times before the actual voting takes place.
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Runbikegrrl
True Blue Farmgirl
250 Posts
MaryAnn
Waterbury Ctr
VT
USA
250 Posts |
Posted - Jun 15 2007 : 04:40:26 AM
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This has been great! Just what I needed/wanted! I am a libra. and like others have said have such a difficult time making up my mind. I am sure I will change it many times before election day. It is so hard as I have very conserative views on some things but am a "flaming liberal" whenit comes to others...LOL. Tracy nothing to regret! I think the women here admire some who speaks her mind...I know I do, whether I agree or not. I value the opinions of hardworking women and really wanted the imput of ya'll...sure means more to me then what the internet or radio can tell me about any of these candidates. Thanks!
"So many interests so little time!"
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