Posted by
Norman on Wednesday, May 21, 2008 1:40:41 AM
The Blogatorium has a new mission: To serve as a forum for disenchanted conservatives who cannot in good conscience support John McCain, and want to use their vote wisely and effectively in November.
This endeavor is predicated on the following assumptions:
1. That the GOP has abandoned conservatism, and that conservatives are consequently under no moral, ethical, or other obligation to support the so-called “lesser of two evils.”
2. That no true conservative would willingly and enthusiastically support John McCain.
3. That the basic tenets of conservatism are accurately reflected in the “three-legs” model (social, fiscal, and national security), and that a true conservative will embrace all three.
4. That conservatives may, however, differ on the application of each “leg,” particularly with respect to questions of faith, and should respect each others’ right to do so.
5. That with unprecedented turmoil in both major parties, there has never been a better time to galvanize and mobilize conservative support for a viable, third-party candidate.
6. That compromise is often necessary in politics, but that there comes a time when compromise becomes counterproductive and even suicidal.
7. That the GOP, in making an abusive and manipulative “case” for John McCain, is asking conservatives to put party over principle and to help the GOP destroy the conservative movement.
8. That, in consequence of the aforementioned, a forum should exist wherein conservatives may discuss, debate, and compare the various third-party candidates.
9. That conservatives should, as much as possible, throw their support to ONE third-party candidate, en masse, in order to facilitate a strong showing in November, and future election victories.
Anyone who agrees with at least numbers one through four is welcome to participate. I’ll then do my best to explain why I believe you embrace all nine. (Unlike the GOP of late, which has grown into an oversized schoolyard bully, I will do so with respect for both the person and intellect of all concerned.)
Since there are any number of fora in which liberals and others can voice their opinions, I will be frank in stating that it is not their input which is here being solicited. I respect the opinions of those who disagree, and over at TH I’m glad to debate and discuss virtually any issue with them.
The purpose of this forum, however, is to allow conservatives a place to choose a party and candidate, and then go forth to campaign on that candidate’s behalf.
Think of this as the Conservatives’ Nominating Convention. Here we can discuss, debate, and decide—and then focus our efforts to make sure that our votes in November have the greatest possible impact on this and future elections.
Anyone interested in becoming a full contributor to the Blogatorium should email me at normanloquendiATyahoo.com. I think it would be great to have as many people as possible posting at length, rather than being limited to the 2,000 character comment limit.
I warmly welcome and encourage the fullest possible input of all articulate, thoughtful, true conservatives.
Together, we can reclaim our country.
I hope that you’ll join us.