Why America Needs Mike Huckabee
Nathan Greene
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Very rarely does a candidate emerge who can change the course of not only their political party, but also the nation. These characteristics are sometimes difficult to see through an intense primary battle, especially when political opponents become desperate and have to rely on negative campaign tactics to save their campaigns.
People working on particular campaigns always find it difficult to take a step back and look at the larger picture. Many supporters of candidates also find this task difficult. I think all of the Republican candidates are remarkable individuals who bring a certain skill set that our nation would benefit from. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard people say, “Wouldn’t it be great if we could combine all of these guys?” I agree, but it is never going to happen.
There is no doubt that Republican voters are searching for the next Reagan, and each of these candidates are trying to fill the void. While it is easy to evoke the name of Reagan on the campaign trail, it’s difficult to actually fill that void. I believe what people are really looking for is someone who is sincere and has the ability to communicate our conservative principles like Reagan did.
Not since 1994 and the Contract with America have Republicans been able to articulate what we stand for. And even then, the Contract was more of a platform of specific issues than a overall philosophy for the Republican party. Since the Contract with America, Republicans have moved away from having a cohesive message based on issues. When it comes to every issue except national defense, Republicans have been losing the debate for more than a decade.
We need a leader who can help reinvigorate Republican leaders at every level. There is no reason why liberals like Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, and John Edwards should ever win the debate on issues like the protection of life at all stages, traditional marriage, education, and health care, let alone national security, and fundamental tax reform. These are not just issues that most Republicans believe in and support, but they are issues that most Americans are with us on.
Mike Huckabee is the one candidate who can relate to everyday Americans. Republicans now more than ever need a nominee the person who can provide our party with a vision of where our nation needs to go. To accomplish that, we need a candidate who can articulate that message. That candidate is Mike Huckabee.
On January 3rd I hope you will join me in supporting Mike Huckabee.
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