Delegate Count!
Mitt: 105/1144
Newt: 29/1144
Ron: 18/1144
Ricky: 71/1144
Source: NY Times
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So in an unrelated search, I came across this article about a recent poll of Ohio Republicans. The upshot is that among the 4 candidates, Ricky is at the front of the pack by 7% points in the new Quinnipiac poll. This isn't a huge shock to me.
Ohio is a rather conservative state, outside the city. In Columbus, we celebrate gay culture (if that's even a valid term), but in the state at large we write second-class status for homosexuals into the state Constitution. We vote people into office who think a valid use of government time is to make laws closing down porn shops and strip clubs. You can't travel between two major cities without seeing billboards about hell and damnation, or the ten commandments (link is to a story about an identical billboard in Kentucky tho). Suffice to say, there's a significant number of people in this state who love Jesus in many of his intolerant forms.
So does it surprise me that Santorum is striking a nerve with the devout in Ohio? Nope. Not one tiny bit. Is it upsetting? Only a little. We are talking about a tiny percentage of the state, the ones likely to vote in the March 6th primary. And we all know primaries do little besides bring the wingnuts out of the woodwork, so I gotta take this with a grain of salt.
Showing posts with label Rick Santorum. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rick Santorum. Show all posts
Wednesday
Thursday
Why Santorum Has No Business In Government
Delegate Count!
Mitt: 94/1144
Newt: 29/1144
Ron: 8/1144
Ricky: 71/1144
Source: NY Times
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It should be no surprise, nor secret, that I lean left. I vote nearly exclusively democrat, for a variety of reasons. But that hasn't stopped me from saying things like, "Romney's not all bad, I don't think he'd be a bad President" or "Newt does have a point." I wouldn't vote for either one of them, but I can respect their views.
Even Ron has some interesting, if impractical ideas, and you can tell he's given these subjects plenty of thought. I can respect a man who must know he sounds totally whacko, but keeps making his point anyway.
Santorum, and his whole "I'm the real conservative" argument? I have some serious problems with. For one thing, his definition of "conservative" seems to equate to "Intolerant, blindly-religious, hate-monger." This most recent outburst about Obama setting us up to decapitate Christians? How on earth can this be coming out of an intelligent man's mouth?
I spend a lot of time reading, watching, and casually studying history. One of things that blows my mind is how important the Catholic church used to be. The fact the Pope had to give his blessing to the succession of any royal family, because rulers received their right to rule from God (and only the Vicar of Christ could convey that right).
It also makes me think about other minor things, like scientists being burned alive because their discoveries conflicted with church teachings. Jews being tortured and killed for refusing to renounce their faith, in the name of someone else's faith.
When Santorum says things like he "could not and would not leave my faith at the door" this is what comes to my mind. A dark time in human history. A time where young girls were persecuted and killed because some preacher said "Witchcraft."
I believe in the very firm, very non-negotiable separation of church and state. Santorum would like to impose his faith on us. Simply unacceptable, and I find it alarming so many Americans don't share this view.
Mitt: 94/1144
Newt: 29/1144
Ron: 8/1144
Ricky: 71/1144
Source: NY Times
***
It should be no surprise, nor secret, that I lean left. I vote nearly exclusively democrat, for a variety of reasons. But that hasn't stopped me from saying things like, "Romney's not all bad, I don't think he'd be a bad President" or "Newt does have a point." I wouldn't vote for either one of them, but I can respect their views.
Even Ron has some interesting, if impractical ideas, and you can tell he's given these subjects plenty of thought. I can respect a man who must know he sounds totally whacko, but keeps making his point anyway.
Santorum, and his whole "I'm the real conservative" argument? I have some serious problems with. For one thing, his definition of "conservative" seems to equate to "Intolerant, blindly-religious, hate-monger." This most recent outburst about Obama setting us up to decapitate Christians? How on earth can this be coming out of an intelligent man's mouth?
I spend a lot of time reading, watching, and casually studying history. One of things that blows my mind is how important the Catholic church used to be. The fact the Pope had to give his blessing to the succession of any royal family, because rulers received their right to rule from God (and only the Vicar of Christ could convey that right).
It also makes me think about other minor things, like scientists being burned alive because their discoveries conflicted with church teachings. Jews being tortured and killed for refusing to renounce their faith, in the name of someone else's faith.
When Santorum says things like he "could not and would not leave my faith at the door" this is what comes to my mind. A dark time in human history. A time where young girls were persecuted and killed because some preacher said "Witchcraft."
I believe in the very firm, very non-negotiable separation of church and state. Santorum would like to impose his faith on us. Simply unacceptable, and I find it alarming so many Americans don't share this view.
Wednesday
Well and the Holy Crap Santorum Does WELL
Delegate Count!
Mitt: 91/1144
Newt: 29/1144
Ron: 8/1144
Ricky: 44/1144
Source: NY Times
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To say I'm a little surprised to hear about Ricky pulling off wins in ALL THREE CONTESTS is an understatement. As I mentioned in my previous post on the subject, I expected a very strong showing or even win for Ricky in Colorado. I mean, c'mon, Colorado Springs is home to Focus on the Family.
But as the BBC pointed out, Minnesota must have had some serious Tea Party elements who viewed Romney as too moderate. As for Missouri, no one except Santorum was there, because the PRIMARY DOESN'T COUNT. Except, y'know, for the influence it may have on the caucus next month.
I think Newt said it best: Tuesday was the end of any attempt to declare an early winner. The GOP is determined to tear itself apart during this primary season, and we're just gonna have to ride it out.
The show should be pretty good at least!
Mitt: 91/1144
Newt: 29/1144
Ron: 8/1144
Ricky: 44/1144
Source: NY Times
***
To say I'm a little surprised to hear about Ricky pulling off wins in ALL THREE CONTESTS is an understatement. As I mentioned in my previous post on the subject, I expected a very strong showing or even win for Ricky in Colorado. I mean, c'mon, Colorado Springs is home to Focus on the Family.
But as the BBC pointed out, Minnesota must have had some serious Tea Party elements who viewed Romney as too moderate. As for Missouri, no one except Santorum was there, because the PRIMARY DOESN'T COUNT. Except, y'know, for the influence it may have on the caucus next month.
I think Newt said it best: Tuesday was the end of any attempt to declare an early winner. The GOP is determined to tear itself apart during this primary season, and we're just gonna have to ride it out.
The show should be pretty good at least!
Colorado Results
| Rick Santorum | 26,614 | 40.3% |  |
| Mitt Romney | 23,012 | 34.9% | |
| Newt Gingrich | 8,445 | 12.8% | |
| Ron Paul | 7,759 | 11.8% | |
| Other | 197 | 0.3% | |
| Source: AP |
Minnesota Results
| Rick Santorum | 21,727 | 44.9% | |
| Ron Paul | 13,108 | 27.1% | |
| Mitt Romney | 8,157 | 16.9% | |
| Newt Gingrich | 5,203 | 10.8% | |
| Other | 141 | 0.3% | |
| Source: AP |
Missouri Results (Non-binding on Delegates)
| Rick Santorum | 138,957 | 55.2% | |
| Mitt Romney | 63,826 | 25.3% | |
| Ron Paul | 30,641 | 12.2% | |
| Other | 18,444 | 7.3% | |
| Source: AP |
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