markyj987 Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 I've got to say that I'm totally stoked that Tommy Thompson is running for president. The guy doesn't ahve the name recognition of Rudy or John McCain--but he also doesn't cave on conservative beliefs. A pro-life, tax-cutting, pro-education, pro-business conservative, he invented welfare reform--real welfare reform that takes people off the free paycheck list. Though Bill Clinton took credit for it, it was Tommy all the way. I am afraid he won't make it past Iowa--that's where he's putting all of his limited resources--but really hope he does. There are few truly conservative candidates in the field for 2008 but after all he did for Wisconsin, I can only imagine what he'd do for the nation. I'm 100% behind this guy's political positions, values, excellent track record--and it doesn't hurt that he's a cheesehead that rides a Harley. (I feel compelled to say that this is MY opinion and in no way represents Realtree. Though it's pretty obvious, I usually just don't outright endorse candidate like this.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson Had not heard an official announcement yet that he was running Mark. Had really hoped that Fred Thompson would make an official announcement, think he might have a good shot. Have to wonder with the big field out there, how it might effect the outcome in 08. Looks as though Hillary has more financial support at this point than any others in the race. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson Unfortunately , I dont think he stands a chance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted April 4, 2007 Report Share Posted April 4, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson [ QUOTE ] Unfortunately , I dont think he stands a chance [/ QUOTE ]He'll get my vote!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markyj987 Posted April 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 5, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson I just hope he's able to get out the conservative base in Iowa. I would think there's a possibility because of the midwestern connection. I can't imagine primary voters, the most conservative, to turn out in droves for McCain or Giuliani. Than again, the base will need to actually vote their conscience and beliefs instead of for the most likeable or most electable candidate. We are at a point where I feel we are better off having a conservative Republican lose than supporting someone who is a RINO just because they're the least villified in the media (aka a moderate). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted April 5, 2007 Report Share Posted April 5, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson I'll take a "moderate" anyday over a right wing conservative! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted April 5, 2007 Report Share Posted April 5, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson at this point, any candidate has a good chance. forget name recognition.... i'm telling you from history that 18 months before the 1992 election, NO ONE knew the name of bill clinton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest INHunterman Posted April 5, 2007 Report Share Posted April 5, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson [ QUOTE ] I'll take a "moderate" anyday over a right wing conservative! [/ QUOTE ] Not me, I'll take the farthest right candidate there is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted April 5, 2007 Report Share Posted April 5, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson sorry, kameron. i'm older, and more to the right.... but stick with it , kid. you'll do fine. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldawg Posted April 6, 2007 Report Share Posted April 6, 2007 Re: Tommy Thompson Thompson will get my vote, for sure. When he was Governor, I had alot of money in my pockets, and he ran the state the way it should be ran. When McCallum took over it went to junk. And, Doyle has put Wisconsin in ruins. Dawg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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