Politics
Feeling Blue
by Clay Staggs
Anyone who knows me knows that my politics are broadly conservative. As such, I find myself firmly in the Republican camp. I generally consider myself to be a good party guy, and, generally support the party’s candidates. Lots of “generallys” in that last sentence, and that’s because I’m about to diverge from the party line.
Florida is a red state. One of their Senators, Bill Nelson, a Democrat, is up for re-election. Normally, this should be an excellent pickup opportunity for my side of the aisle. However, the Florida Republican party seems content to drive off a cliff by nominating Katherine Harris. Now, I respect her for doing what I consider was the right thing in the 2000 presidential election. However, that respect notwithstanding, I think she needs to be defeated (assuming she wins the GOP nomination).
Consider her recent comments on the role of religion in politics as reported in Carol Platt Liebeau’s Townhall column:
Harris insisted that America was not intended to be a “nation of secular laws,” called separation of church and state a “lie we have been told” and asserted that, “If you’re not electing Christians, then in essence you are going to legislate sin.”
I think that speaks for itself. Where do I get my Nelson ‘06 bumper sticker?
Posted by Clay Staggs at September 5, 2006 10:02 AM
I’m not sure where Nelson paraphernalia can be purchased, but all Ms. Harris merchandising can be found through Roy Moore’s website.
I’ll be voting in the general election and I will neither be voting for Harris nor Nelson.