Author: talkradio200

The Conservative-Libertarian Showdown

  Last week, I read an article written by Michelle Fields, who used to be with the Daily Caller. She is a libertarian, for those who are unfamiliar, and like most libertarians, she makes the case that social conservatism will die when the older generation dies. Now, as a social conservative who actually thinks that we should try to find common ground with libertarians, this commentary makes my blood boil. After reflecting on the myriad of reasons why my blood boils at this premise, I realize my strongest objection is that libertarians are trying to hijack the Republican Party...

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Healthcare Reform as Written by Laymen

  In light of the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold Obamacare, I was talking with a friend online and we were discussing said healthcare bill. One of the most frustrating things about this entire debate is how the 2,700-page bill has been obscured by lawyers who have complicated something that should be straightforward. The fact is, politicians have purposefully convoluted the issue so they can come in with their big-government heavy-handedness to take it all over. In the process of our conversation, a real healthcare reform law was conceptualized. I asked my friend if she would send me the...

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Wrapping Up the Democratic Convention

  Now that the bizarre sideshow known as the Democratic National Convention is over, we can go back to the task of defeating the Democrats and saving America. But as we do, we need to remember what went on this week because it is instructive as to who we are dealing with. Among the many highlights from Charlotte this week: 1) Democrats boo God: This moment will be the most talked about from Charlotte because it cemented in many people’s minds that Democrats hate God and any reference to Him. Who can forget Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa calling...

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A Synopsis of the 2012 Republican Convention

  As we look back on the Republican Convention, I want to highlight some important points that we all need to keep in mind as we go forward: 1) I am extremely proud of the fact that we had so many Blacks and Hispanics on stage giving speeches this year in defense of conservative principles. From Mia Love to Artur Davis to Susana Martinez to Condoleezza Rice to Ted Cruz, Republicans showed in a substantive way that this is not a party of “old White men.” They made the case against Obama and for conservatism in a way that...

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