Duncan Hunter: America Needs a Fresh Face

[Jean]

America Needs a Fresh Face
By Nathan Tabor
Saturday, March 17, 2007

One lesson that I’ve drawn from the 2008 Presidential campaign is that America needs a fresh face. As much as Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama may try to portray themselves as agents of change, they so monopolize the media spotlight that many of us have already grown weary of them and their rhetoric. If Americans want positive change, they should look to someone other than the political media darlings. They should look to Duncan Hunter. (Full disclosure: I’ve recently begun consulting with Hunter for his internet campaign.)

If you do not live on the West Coast and you’re not a seasoned observer of Congress, you might well be asking, "Duncan Who?" But in this political season, it is a distinct advantage to not be part of the media-appointed old guard.

If you’re concerned about national security, Duncan Hunter should be your guy. For more than a quarter century, he has worked diligently to ensure that America has a military it can be proud of. He knows first-hand the importance of a strong military, having served in Vietnam. As part of the House Armed Services Committee, Hunter has worked diligently to ensure that our military is well-equipped to defend America and its interests anywhere in the world.

Hunter is also well-equipped to take on the challenge of dealing with our nation’s immigration problems. While he has a heart for the plight of immigrants, he realizes that America’s borders must be secure for the safety and well-being of all our citizens. He sees illegal immigration for what it is—a dangerous practice which represents a primary threat to our national security. Duncan Hunter is a true-blue conservative who puts the Republicans-In-Name-Only candidates to shame. Visit his website and you’ll quickly see that he is no shrinking violet when it comes to one of the most contentious issues of our day—legal abortion. Hunter states, "I would amend the U.S. Constitution and provide blanket protection to all unborn children from the moment of conception by prohibiting any state or federal law that denies the personhood of the unborn."

Hunter has also introduced legislation known as the "Right to Life Act," which he says would "legally define 'personhood' as the moment of conception and, therefore, guarantee all constitutional rights and protections, including life, to the unborn without utilizing a constitutional amendment." Hunter has also co-sponsored legislation which would bar someone from transporting a minor across state lines to obtain an abortion…prohibit reproductive cloning…and require abortionists to let pregnant women know that children aborted 20 weeks after conception can feel pain. If he can feel the pain of the unborn child, Hunter fits my definition of a "compassionate conservative."

Hunter is also committed to helping to preserve and protect the American family through his support of a Constitutional amendment defining marriage as the union between one man and one woman. As Hunter simply yet eloquently states, "I firmly believe that children need the unique influence offered by both a father and a mother."

And, unlike some of the spendaholics who are currently seeking the White House, Hunter is truly committed to a balanced federal budget—one crafted according to the philosophy of economic growth rather than tax-and-spend liberalism.

Despite lacking the war chest of a McCain or a Giuliani, Duncan Hunter may yet prove to be the dark horse candidate in the Republican primary. Hunter won the Arizona straw poll, and then went on to edge out Romney for third place in the South Carolina poll. It may be early to make predictions, but Hunter’s candidacy seems to have touched off genuine excitement in conservative circles. Duncan Hunter may not have the best name recognition in the Presidential pack—but, after a careful review of all the candidates, their backgrounds and positions, I firmly believe he is the one who deserves the most attention.


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[cvangel]

So far I haven't found anything I don't like about Hunter. I think we'll all be watching him.

[Rockfish]

...Hunter is truly committed to a balanced federal budget—one crafted according to the philosophy of economic growth rather than tax-and-spend liberalism.

Just as long he doesn't come barreling into the White House with tax cuts in mind. Leave it to a Republican to cut taxes for the rich when there's major things like infrastructure maintenance and our national debt. How about proping up our defense which Clinton left in a disarry? Then the war in Iraq came along. Nevermind about what these tax cuts will cost our children's lives.

I like his stand on border security and immigration, but I don't know about his position on other issues. Yea, we need a President, but one with vision and wisdom, not just some liberal or conservative--if we all really want change. This two-party system is failing.

[31scout]

To learn more about Duncan Hunter, go to his website, www.gohunter08.com
I lived near San Diego for a few years and read a lot about him and I think he's a good man. He's a dam site better than the 3 most talked about Republican candidates. Of course I like his stand on immigration but his thoughts on "free trade" are just as good.
He fought tooth and nail to get that 14 miles of border fence built near San Diego. There's no doubt where he stands on the fence issue.
We need to get this man in there.
I also have a copy of a brief speech by Chuck Yeager praising Duncan. If anyone wants a copy, email me and I'll send you the file.

[WhatMattersMost]

...Hunter is truly committed to a balanced federal budget—one crafted according to the philosophy of economic growth rather than tax-and-spend liberalism.

Just as long he doesn't come barreling into the White House with tax cuts in mind. Leave it to a Republican to cut taxes for the rich when there's major things like infrastructure maintenance and our national debt. How about proping up our defense which Clinton left in a disarry? Then the war in Iraq came along. Nevermind about what these tax cuts will cost our children's lives.

I like his stand on border security and immigration, but I don't know about his position on other issues. Yea, we need a President, but one with vision and wisdom, not just some liberal or conservative--if we all really want change. This two-party system is failing.

I couldn't agree with you more. The fact that this country perpetually divides itself among party lines, and votes for any politician who gives lip service to joining church and state with regards to other peoples personal choices and PERSONAL LIVES is the reason we are stuck with satan masquerading as our president now.

This time around (if we still have a country left) we all need to vote for whomever is intellectually qualified to repair our laughing stock/ hated around the globe image, restore our financially sinking ship, seal our borders, deport the illegals and put humpty dumpty back together. Abortion, gay marriage, etc. are minor bumps in the road compared to the chaos we have now as a result of religous zealots believing satan (aka Bush) was God's choice to run the US for 8 years.

[MW]

WhatMattersMost wrote:

This time around (if we still have a country left) we all need to vote for whomever is intellectually qualified to repair our laughing stock/ hated around the globe image, restore our financially sinking ship, seal our borders, deport the illegals and put humpty dumpty back together.

I honestly feel Duncan Hunter is just that man!

[31scout]

Duncan Hunter is a diamond in the rough.
We can't afford to NOT elect this man. He's a darn site better than the crew getting all the coverage now. He's a down to earth guy with a ton of common sense. I implore you to go to his website and check him out. You'll see what I mean.

[cvangel]

Duncan Hunter is a diamond in the rough.
We can't afford to NOT elect this man. He's a darn site better than the crew getting all the coverage now. He's a down to earth guy with a ton of common sense. I implore you to go to his website and check him out. You'll see what I mean.

I agree! Being out here and hearing him regularly on talk radio/TV on all the issues I like him more each day.