Totally agree with separation of church and state. I do think that Cruz will find that an impossible goal when it comes to certain topics like same sex marriage, homosexuality, abortion, and god knows what other things. Thats why I turn against anyone who touts his religion when he is running for political office.

Yeah, but hopefully you dont have to be subjected to seeing any of them on tv for four years. ;)

Just from seeing him on tv. And I watch a LOT of political tv, and listen to C span radio. But I've heard Cruz has even polled in correllation with my impression, ie. that women in particular dont like him. Oh well. I'd still vote for him in the general if he was the nominee. Jeb is the only one I wouldnt vote for no matter what. But after having two presidents for eight years who I couldnt stand, I would reeeeally like to like my president again !
ps - I'm not even so sure how honest Cruz is with some of his campaign's tactics. For honesty, I give Carson an A, and Kasich an A-, just b/c he's been in politics a lot longer.

the corruption machine behind Hillary Diane is extensive
and practiced ... and millions just lemming along with them
to the voting booth. . proof of the demise of u.s. -- j
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Sorry, no he is not. We have been waiting for a principled, tough, honest conservative for decades. One who has stood up to the Cartel. Ted Cruz is that man. 42 Amicus briefs, 9 SCOTUS wins. He took on the POTUS, World Court, and entire establishment to win the Houston death penalty case. What has Trump done. Trump is no more than a strong man. In Nicaragua, you would be calling him dictator, and trying to depose him.

Your description of Cruz fits a lot of so-called Objectivists I know.

I am very religious, and think the .05 standard is way too low. We can agree on a lot. But, I have also seen a Corvette split in half, wrapped around a pole, with 2 drunk kids in it. Paul said, do not be drunk with wine, as is the manner of many. I agree. But a good guiness does me well. tr

Objectively, there is no such thing as Gay Marriage. It can be called something else, don't care, but it is not the same as marriage. This is not only a religious stand. Don't conflate history, culture and law. I would not really care if the law did not recognize marital status, but they do. If you don't like Ted's dogma, you must certainly have a problem with the Declaration of Independence. Maybe your in the wrong country? :)

I concur with your thoughts. I have read his book and he has been on my radar since he ran for the senate. From everything I've seen he has been true to his word.

I disagree. Have you read his book yet? He had the same uphill battle to get into the senate and he won. He can beat both of the socialist.

I have to ask, have you spoken to him or is your dislike for him from the media soundbites? I ask because I like him both as a person and for his record in the senate. I do not see him as any of the things your are saying and I would really like to understand what I don't see. I have not spoken to him either but I have listened to him for a long time. I've also listened to his father talk about his own background immigrating from Cuba and the direction he sees America on. It is a compelling story. I've also read his book and he appears to come from humble roots.

No Ted is not the most charismatic person in the world but I see him as a down to earth, honest person of integrity with the courage to stand up to this disgusting establishment we have in government. Of course maybe I'm wrong.

I'm not asking to change your mind since I believe you are set in your position. I just really want to understand where your perspective comes from.

Thanks

Ever read Hamilton's Curse? It's a revealing look at the founding documents and its manipulators .

Cruz's biggest problem, imo, is that he's not just UN-likeable, he's DIS-likeable ! I agree with a lot of his positions but even I cannot stand him. His affect is so arrogant and condescending he just makes you want to slap him ! He will never win a general election if he was the nominee.

Depends on which lying sack of $%^# you believe, CBS (Trump has commanding lead) or CNBC (Cruz inches ahead.)

http://www.cnbc.com/2016/02/17/trump-...

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/cbs-news-...

We should know before November ;^)

Comrade Bernie is soooo popular:
http://www.politicususa.com/2016/02/1...

But the Wicked Witch is ahead of Bernie in all the polls
http://www.realclearpolitics.com/epol...

Before election should be an opportunity to short the market.

OTOH, it's possible the GOP runs both Trump and Cruz.

I wish it would. And Tea Party has that potential. But I doubt it will happen. The GOP relies on evangelicals for a voting block if they say what they want to hear. And the left wants to amend the Constitution to read "freedom FROM religion". Neither perspective suits me.

My sister forced me (!) to read his book and am convinced that his religion is the basis for his moral foundation but he knows, understands, and will adhere to the Constitution as the foundation of this government. To believe that his religion will influence his choices in government seems the same argument that JFK would be ruled by the Pope. To paraphrase Jefferson, whether he has no god or 20 gods, as long as he doesn't break my leg or pick my pocket, I don't care.

Cruz isn't an ideal for Objectivists. But if you're the type who feels he's throwing away his vote to go Libertarian, I think he's the best of the bunch. He did have the courage to fight against Obamacare with a filibuster, and has made both the Democrats and Republican insiders hate him. He has won cases before the Supreme Court, and is highly intelligent. He has more courage than Rubio and Bush together. There is no comparison between him and Trump. And...if you think Obama is bad, you will come out with hives if Clinton or Sanders gets in. Then it is truly, irrevocably over for the USA and it becomes The People's Republic of America.

Why not leave it up to the company commanders. After all, they have to fight the wars and should be able to pick who they want.

Cruz is just using his relious tenets to ban from his pulpit gays in the military. Maybe it would be any government workers next. Maybe gays would be OK if his god relented, but lesbians would be out. He is basing his government on religious tenets- and thats what I dont like. Religion really has no place in government.

voters are very angry at the hypocrisy, lying, and manipulation of mainstream politicians. Some one has to stop this sort of behavior, and Trump is the one to do it.
Unless the left can find a way to do nuclear fusion grown money trees, THEY will destroy themselves with Sanders.

Unfortunately, I think John Adams said it right. Very unfortunately.

As to DUI, what I was talking about was what happens to you when the cop pulls you over when you havent actually hurt anyone (they call this a victimless crime). You get branded, your license is taken away, you lose about $10k of your money, you can get house arrest, mandatory AA meeting requirements, and ridiculous probation for 3 years, during which you cannot violate ANY laws and cannot be found driving with ANY alcohol at all. They are trying to make you NOT DRINK at all. Has nothing to do with drinking and driving. Tell me thts not religion in action like it was during prohibition

ok. if politics today wasnt so much of a 'take from me and give to you" affair, not a lot of people would care about who is president. We would need an administrator who carried out the wishes of congress as inexpensively and efficiently as possible. But government today is all about whose ox is going to be gored to benefit who

There are no nominated candidates at this point, you are right. It is looking like Trump vs Sanders though

I just listened to his "debate" speeches with all the relgiosity in there. He wants gays out of the military and wants to stop gay marriage. That was enough for me actually, and I havent researched past those. Being so evangelical, he will in all liklihood want to force other religious tenets into government laws.

Not that I like the dogmatic approach to things that heavily religious people subscribe to, but at least if he pledged allegiance to a 'god' that was an objectivist it wouldnt be so bad I suppose to support Cruz vs the other candidates.

If ( I say that loosely ) Trump gets the nomination, the Left will DESTROY Him. he has no shot. They are just keeping their powder dry.

“[The] candidate is considered a political outsider by all of the pundits. He’s tapping into the anger of voters, delivers a populist message. He believes everyone in the country should have health care. He advocates for hedge fund managers to pay higher taxes. He is drawing thousands of people at his rallies and bringing in a lot of new voters into the political process.”

“Who am I describing?” Brzezinski asked.

“You’re describing Donald Trump,” Trump responded.

“Actually, I was describing Bernie Sanders,” Brzezinski replied.