Friday, 7 December 2007
Gingrich Says Huckabee Can Win the Nomination
Thursday, December 6, 2007 10:51 AM
Can Huckabee Win the Nomination? Gingrich says....
By: Newsmax Staff Article Font Size
Mike Huckabee may be soaring in the polls, but is it for real, and can he win the Republican presidential nomination? “Absolutely,” Newt Gingrich told Alan Colmes.
Interviewed last night on Fox News’ “Hannity and Colmes,” Gingrich said Huckabee “is doing an amazing job. The more people watch him, the more they believe in him. ‘He’s very comfortable with himself’ is the phrase I hear most often.”
“People tend to underestimate him. This is a man who got over 40 percent of the African-American vote in Arkansas, getting re-elected as Governor. He has a very attractive personality. He’s a small-state person running in Iowa where I think the style of small-state Arkansas goes over pretty well in small-town Iowa.”
Gingrich notes a unique characteristic of those participating in the Iowa caucuses.
“There’s a kind of pride among Iowans that they can’t be bought. They kind of like watching this underdog come from behind. Whether he can carry it out 29 days from now…we’ll have to wait and see.”
No stranger to personal attacks himself, Gingrich indicates that the road ahead for Huckabee could be bumpy.
“He has go to go through what everybody else goes through. People are going top attack him, people are going to question him, he clearly has less knowledge about foreign policy, but his experience in health-care where he is diabetic and he lost 100 pounds and began exercising is personally a great story. He did great things in health care in Arkansas, his story in education reform.”
On another matter, Sean Hannity questioned Gingrich regarding scathing comments he made about Bill Clinton recently on C-Span. Hannity quoted Gingrich as saying “He is fundamentally dishonest on a routine, regular basis; it’s just his personality. He tells you the version that he needs to, to get through the week and he just did it in Iowa over whether he used to be against the war.”
“Explain,” implored Hannity.
“What is there to explain?” Gingrich responded. “How could any serious person look at his routine pattern of changing the facts to fit the current conversation and not recognize that this is a person of limited connection to factual accuracy?”
Hannity asked if Hillary has the same characteristics. Gingrich said no, she is very different from Bill Clinton.
About the Iowa caucuses, Gingrich noted that people voting for a candidate who doesn’t get at least 15 percent of the vote have a chance to vote a second time. In that scenario, he says he thinks John Edwards could come in first, Barack Obama second and Hillary Clinton third. He says that would be “a stunning evening.”
What do the Republicans need to do to beat Hillary, assuming she’s the nominee? What do they need to focus on?” asked Hannity.
“Three things,” said the former Speaker of the House. “Be for very real change, represent clearly the values of the American people…and force Senator Clinton or the Democratic nominee, whoever it is, to choose between the values of the left and the values of the vast majority of Americans … If they do that in a positive, issue-oriented way, I think that they have a very real chance of turning 2008 into a historic referendum.”
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Thursday, December 6, 2007 10:51 AM
Can Huckabee Win the Nomination? Gingrich says....
By: Newsmax Staff Article Font Size
Mike Huckabee may be soaring in the polls, but is it for real, and can he win the Republican presidential nomination? “Absolutely,” Newt Gingrich told Alan Colmes.
Interviewed last night on Fox News’ “Hannity and Colmes,” Gingrich said Huckabee “is doing an amazing job. The more people watch him, the more they believe in him. ‘He’s very comfortable with himself’ is the phrase I hear most often.”
“People tend to underestimate him. This is a man who got over 40 percent of the African-American vote in Arkansas, getting re-elected as Governor. He has a very attractive personality. He’s a small-state person running in Iowa where I think the style of small-state Arkansas goes over pretty well in small-town Iowa.”
Gingrich notes a unique characteristic of those participating in the Iowa caucuses.
“There’s a kind of pride among Iowans that they can’t be bought. They kind of like watching this underdog come from behind. Whether he can carry it out 29 days from now…we’ll have to wait and see.”
No stranger to personal attacks himself, Gingrich indicates that the road ahead for Huckabee could be bumpy.
“He has go to go through what everybody else goes through. People are going top attack him, people are going to question him, he clearly has less knowledge about foreign policy, but his experience in health-care where he is diabetic and he lost 100 pounds and began exercising is personally a great story. He did great things in health care in Arkansas, his story in education reform.”
On another matter, Sean Hannity questioned Gingrich regarding scathing comments he made about Bill Clinton recently on C-Span. Hannity quoted Gingrich as saying “He is fundamentally dishonest on a routine, regular basis; it’s just his personality. He tells you the version that he needs to, to get through the week and he just did it in Iowa over whether he used to be against the war.”
“Explain,” implored Hannity.
“What is there to explain?” Gingrich responded. “How could any serious person look at his routine pattern of changing the facts to fit the current conversation and not recognize that this is a person of limited connection to factual accuracy?”
Hannity asked if Hillary has the same characteristics. Gingrich said no, she is very different from Bill Clinton.
About the Iowa caucuses, Gingrich noted that people voting for a candidate who doesn’t get at least 15 percent of the vote have a chance to vote a second time. In that scenario, he says he thinks John Edwards could come in first, Barack Obama second and Hillary Clinton third. He says that would be “a stunning evening.”
What do the Republicans need to do to beat Hillary, assuming she’s the nominee? What do they need to focus on?” asked Hannity.
“Three things,” said the former Speaker of the House. “Be for very real change, represent clearly the values of the American people…and force Senator Clinton or the Democratic nominee, whoever it is, to choose between the values of the left and the values of the vast majority of Americans … If they do that in a positive, issue-oriented way, I think that they have a very real chance of turning 2008 into a historic referendum.”
© 2007 Newsmax. All rights reserved.
Paula's Opinion - Believe Whatever You Want - I Still Don't Have to Vote for You.
IMPORTANT FOR ALL BELIEVERS.
"You can Believe Anything You Want,
"You can Believe Anything You Want,
But That Doesn't Mean I Have To Vote for You!"
It's Not Discrimination. It's Discernment.
I'm not at all concerned about Romney becoming President based solely on his religion. I believe, just like the Puritans that Religious Freedom is essential. But please remember, that doesn't mean as a voter, I can't discern and choose the candidate I believe would be best, not just for our country, but also for the Kingdom. I thankfully have that right.
I believe the problem is much bigger then who will fill the role as President. Right now, with all these discussions surrounding religion, a new seed has already been planted. This seed is growing, but it's main purpose is to distort the true nature and character of Jesus Christ.
Inside the past few speeches, Romney has labels himself a Bible believing Christian (and by the way, Mormons don't read the Bible, they read the book of Mormon). It's the word "Christian" that's being challenged. That's it. Nothing More Than That Point Right There.
What could very possibly happen is that if believers don't take a stand on the true Jesus Christ, He will be misrepresented and this will lead to future generations not being able to recognize Him. This is what I fear most!
While in college a friend and I went skiing in Salt Lake City. I took a day off and went to the Mormon Visitors Center. I have never-ever been greeted - by any church - like I was that day. Everyone was so friendly and very family oriented. The multi-media show was nothing that I'd seen before. I was fascinated.
One year later I met a fellow in his early 30's who was trying to rebuild his life. He had been brought up as a Mormon, but one day, while still in his young 20's, he met a man who lovingly challenged him on his faith. All this man did was ask some really hard questions. The questions lead the young man to doubt the evidence of the Mormon church.
This is the sad part. Because he could not longer believe in Mormonism (remember we are all given the freedom to choose our religion), this man's family cast him out. Since then, I have met more people who were removed from their families because they didn't believe in the Mormon faith.
Does this sound like Christ to you? We followers of Christ can hold beautifully onto the Promise of God. For our Jesus will ALWAYS Love Us!
I'm going to list some points here for you to think about. Don't just take my word for it. Research these and find out who the real Jesus is.
With Love for you all,
PLJ
1) As we know, Christ's life is never a secret - He's a shining light. Are there ANY secrets or special places in the Mormon church that can't be accessed by you or me?
2) When people die, what happens to them? Where do they go? What's waiting for them in Heaven?
3) What year did Mormonism start?
4) Who started it? And what did this person receive from God?
5) Who conceived Elohim? and Who is Elohim?
6) Who do the Mormons really believe the American Indians are?
7) As a Mormon, Who are the 3 people you will stand in front of at the final judgement?
8) Who do the Mormon's thank God for more than Jesus Christ?
Are these Christian Answers? Are we still able to call Mormon's Christians?
Whatever You Choose, I'm So Ever Thankful
It's Not Discrimination. It's Discernment.
I'm not at all concerned about Romney becoming President based solely on his religion. I believe, just like the Puritans that Religious Freedom is essential. But please remember, that doesn't mean as a voter, I can't discern and choose the candidate I believe would be best, not just for our country, but also for the Kingdom. I thankfully have that right.
I believe the problem is much bigger then who will fill the role as President. Right now, with all these discussions surrounding religion, a new seed has already been planted. This seed is growing, but it's main purpose is to distort the true nature and character of Jesus Christ.
Inside the past few speeches, Romney has labels himself a Bible believing Christian (and by the way, Mormons don't read the Bible, they read the book of Mormon). It's the word "Christian" that's being challenged. That's it. Nothing More Than That Point Right There.
What could very possibly happen is that if believers don't take a stand on the true Jesus Christ, He will be misrepresented and this will lead to future generations not being able to recognize Him. This is what I fear most!
While in college a friend and I went skiing in Salt Lake City. I took a day off and went to the Mormon Visitors Center. I have never-ever been greeted - by any church - like I was that day. Everyone was so friendly and very family oriented. The multi-media show was nothing that I'd seen before. I was fascinated.
One year later I met a fellow in his early 30's who was trying to rebuild his life. He had been brought up as a Mormon, but one day, while still in his young 20's, he met a man who lovingly challenged him on his faith. All this man did was ask some really hard questions. The questions lead the young man to doubt the evidence of the Mormon church.
This is the sad part. Because he could not longer believe in Mormonism (remember we are all given the freedom to choose our religion), this man's family cast him out. Since then, I have met more people who were removed from their families because they didn't believe in the Mormon faith.
Does this sound like Christ to you? We followers of Christ can hold beautifully onto the Promise of God. For our Jesus will ALWAYS Love Us!
I'm going to list some points here for you to think about. Don't just take my word for it. Research these and find out who the real Jesus is.
With Love for you all,
PLJ
1) As we know, Christ's life is never a secret - He's a shining light. Are there ANY secrets or special places in the Mormon church that can't be accessed by you or me?
2) When people die, what happens to them? Where do they go? What's waiting for them in Heaven?
3) What year did Mormonism start?
4) Who started it? And what did this person receive from God?
5) Who conceived Elohim? and Who is Elohim?
6) Who do the Mormons really believe the American Indians are?
7) As a Mormon, Who are the 3 people you will stand in front of at the final judgement?
8) Who do the Mormon's thank God for more than Jesus Christ?
Are these Christian Answers? Are we still able to call Mormon's Christians?
Whatever You Choose, I'm So Ever Thankful
That My Wonderful God Still Allows Me to Love You
- No Matter What You Believe!!
Thursday, 6 December 2007
Quick Facts on the Humble Huckabee
Dec 6 (Reuters) - Republican presidential hopeful Mike Huckabee has made a quick rise in the opinion polls in the early voting state of Iowa, in part due to growing support among the state's sizable bloc of religious conservatives. Following are some facts about Huckabee.
* He became governor of Arkansas in July 1996 when his predecessor resigned. In 1998, he won a full four-year term and was re-elected in 2002. He left office earlier this year. Huckabee was elected lieutenant governor in 1993 during a special election, and re-elected in 1994.
* Before entering politics he was a Baptist minister, leading congregations in Pine Bluff and Texarkana, Arkansas.
* Diagnosed in 2003 with Type II diabetes, he began an intensive health regimen that helped him lose 110 pounds (50 kg). He later completed four marathons and wrote a book on how to live a healthier life, "Quit Digging Your Grave with a Knife and Fork."
* Known for his quick wit and sense of humor, he recently said of his campaign: "It's better to be called a dark horse than a dead horse," and, "There's three tickets out of Iowa -- first class, business class and coach. We hope to have one of those because otherwise you go home freight."
* Huckabee plays in a rock band called "Capitol Offense," and has opened for country singer Willie Nelson.
* He's married and has three grown children. The 52-year-old Republican was born in Hope, Arkansas, also the birthplace of former President Bill Clinton. (Writing by Jeremy Pelofsky and Paul Grant, editing by Jackie Frank)
* He became governor of Arkansas in July 1996 when his predecessor resigned. In 1998, he won a full four-year term and was re-elected in 2002. He left office earlier this year. Huckabee was elected lieutenant governor in 1993 during a special election, and re-elected in 1994.
* Before entering politics he was a Baptist minister, leading congregations in Pine Bluff and Texarkana, Arkansas.
* Diagnosed in 2003 with Type II diabetes, he began an intensive health regimen that helped him lose 110 pounds (50 kg). He later completed four marathons and wrote a book on how to live a healthier life, "Quit Digging Your Grave with a Knife and Fork."
* Known for his quick wit and sense of humor, he recently said of his campaign: "It's better to be called a dark horse than a dead horse," and, "There's three tickets out of Iowa -- first class, business class and coach. We hope to have one of those because otherwise you go home freight."
* Huckabee plays in a rock band called "Capitol Offense," and has opened for country singer Willie Nelson.
* He's married and has three grown children. The 52-year-old Republican was born in Hope, Arkansas, also the birthplace of former President Bill Clinton. (Writing by Jeremy Pelofsky and Paul Grant, editing by Jackie Frank)
Tuesday, 4 December 2007
Paula's Opinion - Huck Won't Give Views on Mitt's Faith- But Why Should He Have to?
A Team Player Standing Firm Against Unfair Journalism (Previously Huckabee wont give views on Mitt's faith)
I'm starting to go a bit loopy. The overwhelming number of irrelevant, manipulated and negative commentaries on Mike Huckabee's character could get the average churchgoer wondering about their own salvation; If Mike Huckabee is this bad of a guy, then how in the world can any of us make it to Heaven? To the faint-hearted, these literary battles turn the "Sticks and Stone" rhyme on it's head. The words might not break bones, but they can break and wear-down a heart.
Examinations.
Four years ago I too was scrutinise by the media when a few people, here in the UK stood firmly on a 'new,' century-old-idea: Teenage Purity and Abstinence. The new exhilarating media attention soon grew exasperatingly old. Once in a while my phone still rings for an opinion, but I now am wiser, knowing that when courting the media, you will be examined and studied by man's imperfect standards and agendas.
Journalistic Standards Are all Different?
The many moral codes, standards and agendas of these kinetically charged journalists differ. We're all aware that some want fame, others money and power. But one thing in common, they all love the hunt. Many bash their way to create an interesting angle, others wait patiently for that perfect trip-up moment when the newsworthy is sent sky-high in adoration, only to come crashing back down, victoriously break into a million little fatality stories. Watching a good death sells - and here we thought feeding people to lions was a thing in the past.
The Shallow Siege
The siege is now pointed to Huckabee's character for withholding his view on Mormonism and also whether women should take pastoral leadership rolls in the church. I hope the public is smart enough to realise that these questions are only asked of one candidate. Ummm. Why not the other? Wait a minute here. Is this another candidate's supporter posing as a writer or does this writer have an agenda to create a personal train wreck? Sadly, journalists have layered so many lies on top of their true aspiring purpose(s) that they have convinced themselves that it's all in the name of truth. If one wants to know and report truth, (or secrets), they need to dig down further than what their shallow and inconsistent agendas allow?
Choose with No Regrets
Unfair Journalism is old news but today, I believe we have a different kind of problem. The biggest problem with today's journalist is that so many are uneducated and unprepared to 1) Ask meaningful questions on pertinent issues, 2) Objectively look at a person's past actions or deeds (the best indicator) before writing their stories. If we voters continue to be side-tracked and caught up in the insignificant news article, then we could be walking down a regretful road come election time. Could that be what the media wants?
I'm starting to go a bit loopy. The overwhelming number of irrelevant, manipulated and negative commentaries on Mike Huckabee's character could get the average churchgoer wondering about their own salvation; If Mike Huckabee is this bad of a guy, then how in the world can any of us make it to Heaven? To the faint-hearted, these literary battles turn the "Sticks and Stone" rhyme on it's head. The words might not break bones, but they can break and wear-down a heart.
Examinations.
Four years ago I too was scrutinise by the media when a few people, here in the UK stood firmly on a 'new,' century-old-idea: Teenage Purity and Abstinence. The new exhilarating media attention soon grew exasperatingly old. Once in a while my phone still rings for an opinion, but I now am wiser, knowing that when courting the media, you will be examined and studied by man's imperfect standards and agendas.
Journalistic Standards Are all Different?
The many moral codes, standards and agendas of these kinetically charged journalists differ. We're all aware that some want fame, others money and power. But one thing in common, they all love the hunt. Many bash their way to create an interesting angle, others wait patiently for that perfect trip-up moment when the newsworthy is sent sky-high in adoration, only to come crashing back down, victoriously break into a million little fatality stories. Watching a good death sells - and here we thought feeding people to lions was a thing in the past.
The Shallow Siege
The siege is now pointed to Huckabee's character for withholding his view on Mormonism and also whether women should take pastoral leadership rolls in the church. I hope the public is smart enough to realise that these questions are only asked of one candidate. Ummm. Why not the other? Wait a minute here. Is this another candidate's supporter posing as a writer or does this writer have an agenda to create a personal train wreck? Sadly, journalists have layered so many lies on top of their true aspiring purpose(s) that they have convinced themselves that it's all in the name of truth. If one wants to know and report truth, (or secrets), they need to dig down further than what their shallow and inconsistent agendas allow?
Choose with No Regrets
Unfair Journalism is old news but today, I believe we have a different kind of problem. The biggest problem with today's journalist is that so many are uneducated and unprepared to 1) Ask meaningful questions on pertinent issues, 2) Objectively look at a person's past actions or deeds (the best indicator) before writing their stories. If we voters continue to be side-tracked and caught up in the insignificant news article, then we could be walking down a regretful road come election time. Could that be what the media wants?
Paula Opinion - Encourage. In the Spirit....
I encourage every supporter to follow the leader of this campaign - Mike Huckabee.
In the spirit of this honourable campaign, let's all cease in bashing the other candidates and continue to build on the foundation to which we know is worthy and true.
Let's continue to work our way forward!
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