GOP Debate...

[Hovadipo 57,084]

Dude from Wisconsin (already forgot his name, shows his relevance) is reading straight off his right hand man's notepad. "Durrrr I drive a Harley, have 2 kids, a golden retriever, and a white picket fence durrrrrrr".

[jmsgws 2,181]

Time to see some real TV and turn on the Daily Show!!

[OliviaPope40 6,658]

Dude from Wisconsin (already forgot his name, shows his relevance) is reading straight off his right hand man's notepad. "Durrrr I drive a Harley, have 2 kids, a golden retriever, and a white picket fence durrrrrrr".

That would be Scott Walker.

[jmsgws 2,181]

Dude from Wisconsin (already forgot his name, shows his relevance) is reading straight off his right hand man's notepad. "Durrrr I drive a Harley, have 2 kids, a golden retriever, and a white picket fence durrrrrrr".

Hey that is my dipS@IDIT  Governor you are talking about there...   :)

[Stuhoo 82,129]

I would NEVER support a candidate based on which party they belong to...too many crooks and idiots on both sides of the aisle.

 

That having been said; Carson was extremely likable and is obviously incredibly smart, but I wonder if he is qualified to be a chief executive when he is 60 years old and has never been in government or run a large business.

 

I also wonder if Kasich, who is incredibly qualified, will get any traction.

 

To me, Walker and Cruz are kinda creepy.

[OliviaPope40 6,658]

Cruz read Green Eggs and Ham on the Senate floor before the shutdown. 

[IU Hoosier41 14,465]

I would NEVER support a candidate based on which party they belong to...too many crooks and idiots on both sides of the aisle.

That having been said; Carson was extremely likable and is obviously incredibly smart, but I wonder if he is qualified to be a chief executive when he is 60 years old and has never been in government or run a large business.

I also wonder if Kasich, who is incredibly qualified, will get any traction.

To me, Walker and Cruz are kinda creepy.

In regards to Carson - I don't know that not being in government is really an issue to be honest. Politicians are so messed up now a days. He would get slaughtered on some of the major issues, but he is definitely the most like able.

Had two of the best lines of the night.

[BabyJandJDaddy 139]

I need to read up on this Carson fella.

Highly recommend doing what you just said, his story is incredible and inspiring.  

[Hoosierfan2017 22,117]

This could be one of the most important elections in our country's history. I'm only 21 so please feel free to tell me that idk what I'm talking about, but the world's a scary place right now and it's only going to get worse. We need a President who can get America back on track. Picturing a world eight years from now that continues the path we're currently on is pretty terrifying. If that person is a Republican, great. If they're a Democrat, great. We just desperately need a leader to unite us.

[Stuhoo 82,129]

This could be one of the most important elections in our country's history. I'm only 21 so please feel free to tell me that idk what I'm talking about, but the world's a scary place right now and it's only going to get worse. We need a President who can get America back on track. Picturing a world eight years from now that continues the path we're currently on is pretty terrifying. If that person is a Republican, great. If they're a Democrat, great. We just desperately need a leader to unite us.

 

 

Here's what the perspective of this 50 year old can state:

 

The world, and this country are in a far less dangerous place than 50 or 100 years ago. However, the ability to acquire information about the country's and the world's problems has absolutely exploded.

 

Compared to 50 or 100 years ago, wars are fewer, racism is less prevalent, famine has lessened, genocide and pure dictatorship is harder to find, slavery has lessened, and life expectancies are up.

 

However, all these issues still exist. We notice the problems; that's natural.

[Hoosierfan2017 22,117]

Here's what the perspective of this 50 year old can state:
 
The world, and this country are in a far less dangerous place than 50 or 100 years ago. However, the ability to acquire information about the country's and the world's problems has absolutely exploded.
 
Compared to 50 or 100 years ago, wars are fewer, racism is less prevalent, famine has lessened, genocide and pure dictatorship is harder to find, slavery has lessened, and life expectancies are up.
 
However, all these issues still exist. We notice the problems; that's natural.

That makes a lot of sense, I didn't really think about that perspective. 50 or 100 years ago you might read an article in the paper about an event that today we would have pictures, footage, etc. for available at the click of a button. I get on Twitter and see an ISIS video, for example, and think "wow, what's the world come to?" I don't really stop to realize that bad things have always happened, we just can actually see them take place now. Interesting, thanks for that.

[jmsgws 2,181]

Here's what the perspective of this 50 year old can state:

 

The world, and this country are in a far less dangerous place than 50 or 100 years ago. However, the ability to acquire information about the country's and the world's problems has absolutely exploded.

 

Compared to 50 or 100 years ago, wars are fewer, racism is less prevalent, famine has lessened, genocide and pure dictatorship is harder to find, slavery has lessened, and life expectancies are up.

 

However, all these issues still exist. We notice the problems; that's natural.

I agree the world is a whole less dangerous physically.  I do think the world is a lot more dangerous economically.  We have become a nation and a world of haves and have nots.  The United States used to have a thriving middle, not so much any more.

I am looking for a leader that is putting forth solutions for this.  I used to think the "market" would take care of the problem, but now I am thinking, as individuals we are too selfish, and there has to be some entity setting guidelines. 

As a country we need someone that can convince both parties that we have to get our fiscal house in order. 

[Bryan Medema 1,488]

From what I saw last night, the only two that have a chance in a general election are Bush and Rubio. You can call them dull and scripted all you'd like, but they clearly had knowledge of the subjects they were talking about and won't be simply out-debated. I felt like the other 8 would simply be embarrassed by Clinton in a debate (either by their lack of polish or knowledge of policy). I've said it before and I wholeheartedly believe that a vote in the GOP primary for anyone besides those two is a de-facto vote for Clinton (or the another Dem nominee). 

Side Note: Best part of the night was Trump pointing out that "we wouldn't be talking about immigration if it wasn't for me." Somewhere a thousand GOP strategists face-palmed and cried. Given the expected swing states, that could be the catalyst that loses the election (whoever the nominee is).

 

Side Note #2: Seriously, Bernie Sanders versus Rand Paul in a debate (not necessarily for President, just for fun). I think they'd accidentally keep supporting the others opinions and not understand why. It would be beautiful, beautiful television. 

[Naturalhoosier 15,436]

Bush talked himself in circles regarding education reform. Is he for or against Common Core? I was left confused on where he stands after his response.

[jmsgws 2,181]

Bush talked himself in circles regarding education reform. Is he for or against Common Core? I was left confused on where he stands after his response.

He doesn't want to tick off the base.  He was originally one of the big supporters of Common Core (same as Walker)  However, when the base of the Republican Party turned against the standards, he has started pulling back on his support. 

On at least this instance, he has shown himself to be a true politician and take his views off of polls, instead of taking a stand on an issue.

[biteoftheapple 4,115]

Please. His brother was so bad for the USA. He is much the same politician

[OliviaPope40 6,658]

[Naturalhoosier 15,436]

He doesn't want to tick off the base.  He was originally one of the big supporters of Common Core (same as Walker)  However, when the base of the Republican Party turned against the standards, he has started pulling back on his support. 

On at least this instance, he has shown himself to be a true politician and take his views off of polls, instead of taking a stand on an issue.

 

So he's against it?  I wasn't looking to jab at him or argue...I was just thoroughly lost.  lol

[Naturalhoosier 15,436]

Please. His brother was so bad for the USA. He is much the same politician

 

 

 

Everyone loves to bash the Bush's.  It's been a friendly thread thus far, let's not take it down a path that it doesn't need to go.

[incrediboy 926]

Love him or hate him, Trump was the big winner in this debate. After it was over, no matter which candidate was being discussed, Trump's name came up more often than that candidate's name. And there is no such thing as bad publicity. The media is pushing America TOWARD Trump while trying to do the opposite. I find it amusing.

 

And, while The Donald is NOT a Republican, I haven't found the GOP doing much to earn my votes lately. Trump is a capitalist, anti-socialist programs like Obamacare, and all in favor of a strong military, leadership position in the world, and balancing the budget. Even if he's a Democrat in every other way (if I can think of one that matters) he doesn't come off as a bad choice to me. Desperate times call for significant change. My first choice is still Rubio, but I'm getting more and more enthralled with what Trump might accomplish.