Posted by
Upstate Conservatives on Monday, January 08, 2007 4:40:12 PM
Conservatives in Disarray
In the Eyes of our friends, our liberal opponents, and the media the conservative movement is in disarray.
This year’s CPAC (Conservative Political Action Conference) should be a
presidential showcase to show our relevance as a movement. I may be
wrong but I don't get the impression that presidential candidates are
lining up to participate in this event. It is also indicative of
the challenge we face as a movement that there is no credible
conservative candidate for President at this time.
After 8 years ofplaying inside the Beltway politics, my impression is
that our grassroots conservative troops have lost confidence in our
ability to win elections and to represent their beliefs in the
political arena.
I believe that we, as conservatives, MUST promote some basic truths:
We are committed to protecting the people of the United States of
America against its enemies. We should have a full debate about
security and foreign polices. Engage someone such as John Bolton
to outline his vision for dealing with Iran, with radical Islam that is
sworn to destroy us, with a Russia that is causing havoc for us and the
free world.
Living in a Post 9-11 world means that security will be an issue for
decades to come. We need to lead the way by forming a consensus
on solutions to these issues with experts such as Andrew McCarthy and
Congressman Pete King.
Continue to be vocal and united on domestic issues such as nationalism,
immigration, taxes, the rule of law, right to life, and gay
marriage. We MUST align ourselves with credible leaders who
articulate a conservative vision for America in the 21st Century.
If we do not present a united front, if we do not express confidence
that our movement is politically potent, then no one else will.
We collectively control our own destiny.
Comments from Allen Roth
Board of Directors – Member
American Conservative Union
Summarized by Greg Rigby