DISQUS

Laura Leigh · 2 years ago

When you responded to me the other day in your Huckabee post here I sort of gasped out loud and thought that it was important for me to consider the "thought" of voting my values and beliefs first rather than voting according to electability (the lesser of the two evils) idea. 2 Chronicles 16:9 says that the eyes of the Lord roam the earth to look for that heart that is completely His to support and strengthen. 1 Samuel 16 tells of God choosing the one He wanted to rule the people. David was chosen to be the replacement for the guy (Saul) that the people elected because of his electability. So, you've presented me with an idea that I really need to consider (read: pray about).

Randy · 2 years ago

Wow... very very good parallel there Mrs. Laura Leigh. We are both in the same boat. Keep me updated with your process and I will do the same.

Scott · 2 years ago

Interesting post.
First of all, are you sacrificing any principles by supporting a Fred Thompson over a Mike Huckabee? My answer is no.
Is Huckabee a better speaker? Yes. Is Huckabee a better bridge builder? No.
Can Huckabee unite all wings of the party? No...he really has problems with the fiscal conservatives because of his fiscal policy. He also has problems with some of the base with some of his crazy immigration ideas (like giving college scholarships to illegals) and his pandering to the National Education Association through opposition to private school choice.
Huckabee and Thompson both have stellar pro-life records. Thompson is leading in South Carolina - and close to leading in a number of state. Huckabee does well in Iowa. Huckabee also cannot expect to advance when he only raises $1 million in a quarter (barely enough to run a statewide campaign in a small Southern state).
With Thompson, there is no sacrifice of principle. With Huckabee, there is a sacrifice of electability

Jonathan · 2 years ago

I don't think I'll make a firm decision as to whom I will lend my less than considerable (ha!) support to until after the primaries. For one thing, I'm a registered Independent and here in California I'm unable to vote in either the Democrat or Republican primaries. And that's fine!
I'm, much to the consternation of many I know, not a "single-issue" voter. While there has been constant talk about abortion during each and every election I can remember, I often feel that from the conservative side of the aisle nothing really is accomplished which comes down to almost nothing more than pure lip service. As much as a candidate may talk about abortion, it seems to kind of fall through the cracks once they take office. And, I don't forsee, no matter who the candidate a change.
As for Huckabee, the times I've seen him, I really liked him. Heck, even Bill Mauer seems to genuinely like him. I also think my pastor is an amazing person who speaks the truth. I'm not about to ask him to be my President though. :-)
j.

Daniel Borris · 2 years ago

God uses the under dog to confound the wise and to direct all glory to Himself. With Mr. Huckabee, I can see a man whom God can use to be glorified. Mr Huckabee sure doesn't hide his views from the press and isn't ashamed of the gospel. I think I'll vote for him.

Randy · 2 years ago

Scott I hear what you are saying and that is the quandary I am in. You might be settled but I am not. I have also heard of the fiscal issues with Huckabee but I had not heard of the scholarships. That's doesn't sound right. Nevertheless, Huckabee is unapologetically Christian ... redemptively so. He is a Pastor and well, I have yet to hear Thompson talk about his faith in a way that goes beyond the surface. Have you heard something?
J. that's the thing about Huckabee though... he's been a governor for a LONG time with amazing approval ratings. He's a Pastor and an elected civil servant to a high office. He's already not your typical Pastor.
Daniel I know brother. I love that about Huckabee! But don't forget, God used King Darius (or was it Cyrus?) don't have time to look it upt, but he used a secular King to bless His people (Israel.) God can use anyone to bring glory to Himself ... the question is ... is He wanting to "annoint" Huckabee for that purpose in this season? Is He doing this with Huckabee knowing that this may be as far as Huckabee will go? God can totally tell someone to do something and the end goal is not known to anyone but God. He's done it before. Ugh... still conflicted.

Jeremiah · 2 years ago

First, those verses Laura cited are jawdroppers. I'm almost feeling I should go away and meditate on them before even commenting....
Second, this is the first presidential election in which religious values are serious considerations. It means that, no matter how many of my friends will, I will not vote for Rudy Giuliani in the primary. (Most of my political pals are "9/11 Republicans" and therefore pleased, if not enthusiastic, about his candidacy.) It means, like Ann Coulter said during the Q&A at CPAC, that if both major party candidates are for abortion, then something is really wrong with the country.
At this point I like Duncan Hunter the best of the lot.

Randy · 2 years ago

Duncan is the only one I missed and I know nothing about him. ::: embarrassed :::

Scott · 2 years ago

Here's a piece from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette:
"Another bill in the draft stages, back by Gov. Mike Huckabee, would make illegal aliens eligible for state-funded scholarships and in-state tuition if they graduate from high school in Arkansas." (Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 1/27/05)
Additionally, there are a number of ethical issues as explained at this website: http://www.palmettoscoop.com/2007/10/25/ethics-...
As far as Thompson talking about his faith, I have heard him talk about it in a general context in various venues and I hope to hear him expoud on it as he continues to campaign here in the Palmetto State.

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