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Originally Posted by Bane of your existence
Same thing could be argued for "ideal" socialism, communism, and anarchism.
All forms of gov't can be made to look great on paper. For actual results of said form of gov't, look around. Eight years of an extremely conservative white house, with quite a few years going unchecked by a republican senate, and we basically managed to clusterfuk the world's economy.
I don't get how people can actually agree that republican ideals are the best fix for it all.
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Because those ideals are hardly practiced by the Republican party. This kid makes a point to establish a difference between the Republican Party and Conservatism, which is admirable.
@ Sleepy Jack, the kid isn't that far off of calling Obama one of the most left wing politicians; he's got the most liberal voting record of any relevant politician. I think you over-interpreted his statements. Personal Responsibility does not = a flat tax in my eyes. Now, in Limbaugh's yes, but I'm being rather hopeful with this kid.