Lots of talk in Ron Paul land about Romney dropping out. What will happen? What are we to do? Does this effect our plan of a brokered convention? Will McCain get the 51% majority now? Is Romney really out or did he just suspend his campaign? Will Huckabee face the challenge? Did I smoke too much doobage?!! And the survey says -- DING! -- You smoked too much doobage!
Let us first begin with Romney. Regardless of what you all think, whether it's only a suspension or what have you, let's get something clear... he's out!
But THEY say he was forced out for the party's sake... THEY say the party is doing everything they can to avoid a brokered convention... THEY say he pulled out because of financial reasons... THEY say -- Yah, yah, yah... they say this and they say that! THEY seem to talk a lot, don't THEY?
Well I say, "Who cares what THEY say?!!" Stop listening to them and just move on, we've got work to do!
Ok, we've established that Romney's out. He ran a good campaign -- and for whatever reason, he's out. Now we must focus on how we can take advantage of this situation -- because this is a HUGE advantage people! Wake up and smell the coffee! Not only is it a three man race now, but there will be A LOT more voters available. We need to stick to our game plan, which is GET MORE VOTES! With Romney out, we need to do everything we can to spread the word and share some of the same ideals that Romney shared with Ron Paul. Granted, they didn't see eye to eye on many things, but they did share some similar conservative policies. We should be printing up new fliers that target these ideals they both shared and passing them out to voters, because one of two things will happen to Romney's supporters now:
1. They will either support another candidate, or
2. They will not vote at all.
From the look in their forums, MANY will not be voting now. This is an excellent opportunity to get more voters. Let us focus on the policies that they shared, as well introduce them to policies that Ron Paul stands alone for. Some ideals they shared were less spending, less government, no amnesty for illegal immigrants, etc. Policies I'd recommend to avoid would be IRAQ. This is not wise, because Romney's reason for dropping out was due to keeping America safer by keeping the troops in Iraq and he didn't want to get in the way of helping the democrats win. New polices that you should share would be Ron Paul's end to the IRS -- no more taxes! That's a great one to introduce new voters to due to the falling economy.
As for the future, whatever happens with Romney's delegates is left to be unsaid. It is possible that he may join forces with McCain and run with him as a VP. It is also possible that he will transfer his delegates to McCain in hopes McCain will get the majority. However, we're still back at square one -- MCCAIN HASN'T WON YET, and since we do not know for sure, we should remain focused and go after the voters. There are TONS OF VOTERS out there now people -- so rally up the troops, spread the word, make new fliers and get out there and canvass! If Romney's voters were to swing in Ron Paul's favor, this is VERY GOOD NEWS, because there are still 20+ states left to vote and this is what we needed. Let's get the voters first and have patience - and most importantly, welcome the Romney supporters aboard. We should not be celebrating Romney's decision by degrading his campaign or policies. After all, the worse thing we can do is turn off Romney supporters (voters) because we were behaving badly.
And for those thinking LESS CANDIDATES is not good because it's a shoe in for McCain and Ron Paul should consider running for 3rd party -- then you're basically saying that Ron Paul can't beat McCain at all. The bottom line is, if Ron Paul cannot beat McCain in a head on race or at least compete with him on the same level, then what makes you think he even has a chance at 3rd party? Competing head on is great exposure -- so look at it that way! A third party run should be considered ONLY AS AN OPTION if McCain seals the nomination -- so let's wait and see, shall we?
Stick to the plan -- become delegates and get new voters! Also, probably the single most important thing we can all do now is continue to donate money to the campaign. They need money, so please donate to them now -- we need this advantage! And pitch that to new voters as ell -- tell them if they want to stop McCain, they need to donate as well. Don't wait for the money bombs -- do it now!!
EVERYONE NEEDS TO DONATE -- DOESN'T MATTER HOW MUCH -- JUST DONATE!
4 comments:
Thanks, Celleck. Is it just me, or does there appear to be a post Super Tuesday hangover happening?? I notice that the fundraising has slowed down and the bolgs are in limbo.
We cannot trip and stumble as we round 2nd base heading to 3rd.
PLEASE continue to contribute. I know that for many of us, including me, this is uncomfortable financially.
We have a "Tortoise and Hare" story unfolding. Don't let apathy set in as this, then, will have all been in vain and the MSM and the Men Behind the Curtain will be empowered to continue, even with vengeance, their agenda.
Thanks
All of Michigan's delegates were declared uncommitted when Romney dropped out. Next week we go to Lansing to vote for National delegates. Michigan may still send national delegates for Ron Paul. Send out the signs, get out in your district and let people know Dr. Paul has strong support. I will need point to you to get other delegates enthused. They are looking for anything but McC.
Hi Celleck, i've been reading your blogs with much interest and enthusiasm, not only because they are very educational but also because they make a lot of sense. I will continue to support ron paul, even it it means writing his name in the ballot. I have, however, been concerned with the growing number of angsty paul supporters who want an instant change in course just because of what is perceived as a setback in the political race. although paul supporters are incredibly diverse and have different temperaments (which is awesome, in my opinion), i really do think a lot of us should chill out a bit. there is no need to get your panties in a knot. we all know that the media blackout is frustrating but guess what, it's always been that way. not that we can't change it, but sitting around blogging about how unfair it is only makes one sound like a sore loser.
additionally, there is no need to smear or slander other candidates because you really never know when you're going to end of needing their alliance. a prime example is mccain's attack on romney during the debates and now, he has to mend fences with all of romney's supporters who he has insulted, by association. ron paul will not have that problem and his supporters wouldn't have that problem if they has started out focusing on ron's message rather than slandering other candidates and their supporters. sometimes, i really do think of the election as a form of polital survivor.
in terms of what we should do now that the votes and delegate numbers are so low, i know that i, personally, am going to follow ron paul's lead. why? because there are two things that i'm sure of about ron paul: 1.) he is no fool. if he didn't think all of this was worth it in some way, he would have cut his losses and bowed out. i trust that ron paul stays in the race as a republican for compelling reasons that i probably haven't thought about, because i'm not as smart or as politically savvy as he and his team are. and 2.) ron paul is a man who keeps his word. if he makes a prediction about things, i'm more inclined to believe it than not.
if you have any question about what should be done, follow ron paul's lead. after all, if you are willing to follow him as a president, this is a good time to put that willingness into practice.
Why the dearth of new posts? After such an enthusiastic Super Tuesday analysis, I've been expecting more of the same rallying. Am I missing something? Even if McCain now has the nomination sealed up, even if the Ron Paul Candidacy is a hopeless cause, the Ron Paul Revolution is just as virile.
I really appreciate the stand he's taken of working within the Republican Party to influence policy and advance Ron Paul supporters as minor candidates.
How many of us are now precinct caucus officers or the equivalent, or will be by the next election cycle, because of this campaign? Next presidential election, how many current Ron Paul supporters could be waiting in the caucuses to be Ron Paul Protege delegates? How many of us could become Ron Paul Protege super delegates between now and then? How many of us are considering for the first time in our lives getting involved in local politics because of our experiences in this campaign?
It may seem like it usually takes a greedy politician to make it to the national or even the state level, but is that how Ron Paul got to Congress?
We've seen what grassroots effort can accomplish in only one election cycle, and while grassroots power might start with small-donor fundraising, grassroots change starts with individual involvement in local politics.
Local politics requires nothing more than concerned neighbors. Be one.
David
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