Elections My votes - Page 2

Amnorix · 11-05-2012, 02:56 PM

So after a fairly long period of dithering, I'm going to vote for Romney and, less surprisingly, Scott Brown. The vote for Romney is, of course, wasted, as Massachusetts will go into Obama's column.

I could go on and on as to why, but essentially it boils down to this -- I've long stated that I want moderate candidates who have a more business-like approach to running government. I want them to be fiscally conservative and socially liberal. Under the current circumstances, I think it's even more important that we start being fiscally conservative (though not in a dramatic fashion such that the tepid recovery is undermined), and pro-business in order to encourage growth. I also cross my fingers that Mitt won't simply cave to the religious right and social conservatives to keep them in line. I know that his personal policies on such matters are, well, wishy-washy at best.

In voting for Romney, I'm not really rejecting Obama, as I don't think he's done such a bad job. He's had brutal circumstances, etc. I just think Mitt is the better candidate under the current circumstances.

And, frankly, I sorta feel like if I don't vote for Romney, then I might as well just admit I'd never vote for a Republican for POTUS. Usually their candidate is further to the right than I am comfortable with. Having nominated a more moderate candidate, I should reward that effort. Or something like that.

As for Brown, it's a relatively moderate Republican versus a die-hard liberal. I'll take the moderate.

Direckshun · 11-05-2012, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by patteeu

This is a pro-Romney club thread. You are not welcome here.

I'm making my own rules.

Calcountry · 11-05-2012, 04:03 PM

Amno, your vote counts. If Romney were to win the ec, and lose the popular vote, then it would lessen the governing mandate. That is reason alone to feel like it counts. Furthermore, if Senator Brown can win in Mass, anything is possible.

R8ers · 11-05-2012, 04:05 PM

Scott Brown is what I consider a "check pants Republican" but he is the best choice up there.

Good job, it's always great to get yankees to vote red

Direckshun · 11-05-2012, 04:05 PM

My fear, Amno, is that your vote rewards the Republican Party for its total obstinence and refusal to work with the President.

I fear your vote further reinforces that that's how the GOP should function during Democratic administrations.

R8ers · 11-05-2012, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Direckshun

My fear, Amno, is that your vote rewards the Republican Party for its total obstinence and refusal to work with the President.

I fear your vote further reinforces that that's how the GOP should function during Democratic administrations.

Republicans would be glad to work with Obama if everything he wants them to work with him on did not have a trillion dollar price tag on it.

R8ers · 11-05-2012, 04:08 PM

How much did Obama work with the Republicans when he had the house and the senate? Did he try to work with them?

Donger · 11-05-2012, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Direckshun

My fear, Amno, is that your vote rewards the Republican Party for its total obstinence and refusal to work with the President.

I fear your vote further reinforces that that's how the GOP should function during Democratic administrations.

Are you serious?

**petegz28** · 11-05-2012, 04:22 PM

Amnorix, I am mildy impressed. Not because you are voting for Romney at face value but that you agree that we need some real business experience in the White House at this time.

**petegz28** · 11-05-2012, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Direckshun

My fear, Amno, is that your vote rewards the Republican Party for its total obstinence and refusal to work with the President.

I fear your vote further reinforces that that's how the GOP should function during Democratic administrations.

By refusing to work do you mean like how Harry Reid came out the other day and said the Dems will refuse to work with Romney if he is elected?

cosmo20002 · 11-05-2012, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R8ers

Republicans would be glad to work with Obama if everything he wants them to work with him on did not have a trillion dollar price tag on it.

Yeah, if it has a trillion dollar price tag, they want it to be an R proposal.

Anyway,
http://swampland.time.com/2012/08/23...bstruct-obama/

cosmo20002 · 11-05-2012, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by petegz28

By refusing to work do you mean like how Harry Reid came out the other day and said the Dems will refuse to work with Romney if he is elected?

Yeah, he never said that.

Direckshun · 11-05-2012, 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donger

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donger

Are you serious?

Hey if you have something to add, we've got a thread you can use.

Direckshun · 11-05-2012, 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R8ers

Republicans would be glad to work with Obama if everything he wants them to work with him on did not have a trillion dollar price tag on it.

Hilarious.

Direckshun · 11-05-2012, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R8ers

How much did Obama work with the Republicans when he had the house and the senate? Did he try to work with them?

Takes two to work.

He did his end. The GOP spent his first two years running away from positions they previously held to avoid working with him.

R8ers · 11-05-2012, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Direckshun

Takes two to work.

He did his end. The GOP spent his first two years running away from positions they previously held to avoid working with him.

Dude, he had the house and senate the first two years, what good did it do to run away?

11-05-2012, 02:56 PM
Amnorix In BB I trust Join Date: May 2003 Location: Boston, Mass. Casino cash: $196804	My votes So after a fairly long period of dithering, I'm going to vote for Romney and, less surprisingly, Scott Brown. The vote for Romney is, of course, wasted, as Massachusetts will go into Obama's column. I could go on and on as to why, but essentially it boils down to this -- I've long stated that I want moderate candidates who have a more business-like approach to running government. I want them to be fiscally conservative and socially liberal. Under the current circumstances, I think it's even more important that we start being fiscally conservative (though not in a dramatic fashion such that the tepid recovery is undermined), and pro-business in order to encourage growth. I also cross my fingers that Mitt won't simply cave to the religious right and social conservatives to keep them in line. I know that his personal policies on such matters are, well, wishy-washy at best. In voting for Romney, I'm not really rejecting Obama, as I don't think he's done such a bad job. He's had brutal circumstances, etc. I just think Mitt is the better candidate under the current circumstances. And, frankly, I sorta feel like if I don't vote for Romney, then I might as well just admit I'd never vote for a Republican for POTUS. Usually their candidate is further to the right than I am comfortable with. Having nominated a more moderate candidate, I should reward that effort. Or something like that. As for Brown, it's a relatively moderate Republican versus a die-hard liberal. I'll take the moderate.
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11-05-2012, 04:03 PM	#17
Calcountry Shoot the tube Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Where I am Casino cash: $3059	Amno, your vote counts. If Romney were to win the ec, and lose the popular vote, then it would lessen the governing mandate. That is reason alone to feel like it counts. Furthermore, if Senator Brown can win in Mass, anything is possible. __________________ Amerika, Amerika, I shed my grace on Thee.
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11-05-2012, 04:05 PM	#18
R8ers Molôn Labé Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: North Carolina Casino cash: $1032419	Scott Brown is what I consider a "check pants Republican" but he is the best choice up there. Good job, it's always great to get yankees to vote red __________________ Chiefs are a playoff team this year...deal with it. -PGM 05/17/13
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Direckshun Black for Palestine Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $1167782	My fear, Amno, is that your vote rewards the Republican Party for its total obstinence and refusal to work with the President. I fear your vote further reinforces that that's how the GOP should function during Democratic administrations. __________________
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11-05-2012, 04:08 PM	#21
R8ers Molôn Labé Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: North Carolina Casino cash: $1032419	How much did Obama work with the Republicans when he had the house and the senate? Did he try to work with them? __________________ Chiefs are a playoff team this year...deal with it. -PGM 05/17/13
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11-05-2012, 04:22 PM	#23
petegz28 Supporter Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Olathe, Ks Casino cash: $214434	Amnorix, I am mildy impressed. Not because you are voting for Romney at face value but that you agree that we need some real business experience in the White House at this time. __________________ "Finally, anyone who uses the terms, irregardless, a whole nother, or all of the sudden shall be sentenced to a work camp." Stewie Griffin
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