¿Y ahora qué hará Palin?
Sarah Palin dio una entrevista a la ABC el 30 de octubre, a Elizabeth Vargas, justo cinco días antes de las elecciones. Allahpundit en HotAir daba cuenta de ella. 

Desde mi punto de vista, esta entrevista tiene…

In the aftermath of the 2008 Presidential Election, through which Senator Obama was elected President, there is some discussion surrounding whether the Republican Party must become increasingly liberal in its ideology and political platform, in order to maintain compatibility with the electorate, and thereby position itself to achieve victory in future national elections.

In consideration of this strategic question, it must be observed that there are three pillars inherent in the Republican Party and its traditional voters; to wit: fiscal conservatives; national security conservatives; and religious conservatives, often referred to as social conservatives and/or values voters. Shifting the Republican platform essentially means transitioning away from morally upright positions on issues including abortion, embryonic stem cell research, homosexual marriage, and other pro-family issues of principal concern to religious conservatives.

As a Christian, and in political vernacular, often referred to by political commentators as an Evangelical, it is imperative that the Republican Party understand political support from a Christian perspective. First, it must be observed that Christians are those who have been born again through faith, that is, belief in and reliance upon Jesus Christ, the Son of God, for salvation in accordance with the Biblical commandment to believe in His name. Secondly, Christians are followers of Jesus Christ; and in this respect there is no higher priority than obeying His commandments. In this respect, it must be realized that Christians view all matters in life, including family, culture, and political matters from a Biblical perspective. The Scripture is the only prism employed to guide and direct attitudes among Christians; and there is no option to compromise on Biblical precept or principle, regardless of the repercussions. Christians obey God, and leave the consequences to Him.

Christians view themselves as Christians first; and secondly, as Americans; who love God, and country, in this respective order. Christians are not wedded to any political party, but rather abide by the timeless principles of God, as conveyed in the Bible, and strive to correctly apply these principles in all aspects of daily living, including in political affairs. It is Biblical precept and principle which guide political views and positions on issues. Please understand that this is not a matter for debate or negotiation, but rather a representation of truth and fact in the life of a Christian. Christians will not compromise on principle, because they cannot. Doing otherwise is sin. Hence, and there is no disrespect intended in the forthcoming comment, Christians will not under any circumstances abandon their positions on abortion, marriage, and other life issues. To suggest or believe otherwise is politically naïve and erroneous. Christians will not commit personal or collective sin for the sake of political gain or expediency. Hence, should the Republican Party pursue a course of diminishing or vitiating its pro-family platform, it will effectively abandon the Christian community in America, one of the three pillars of their national constituency, and their tens of millions of votes. Additionally, it should be recognized that Christians are not myopic, and hold strong, patriotic views on other important national issues. Christians support a muscular defense and security policy; the post 9/11 pre-emptive and offensive war policy to protect the nation; fiscal responsibility and low taxes; protection of gun rights; and school choice.

From a political perspective, it is noteworthy to mention that according to polling by the Christian Coalition, only 50% of Christians are registered to vote, and only 50% of those registered voted in the national election. This is a tragedy, and an irresponsible act on the part of the Christian community. Bluntly stated, from a Biblical perspective, it is sin. Christians have responsibilities as citizens of this nation; and the failure to vote, and thereby, participate in the political process is inconsistent with the “good stewardship” Scriptural principle. Nonetheless, this circumstance presents a tremendous opportunity, for the Christian community, and the Republican Party; that being, to focus attention, resources, and effort toward registering millions of Christians to vote, and to motivate them to exercise their God-given civic duty. Republican Party leaders, and strategists, together with leaders of the Christian community, would be well-served to converge on the goal of dramatically increasing voter registration among believers. It is in the interest of Christians, who love this nation, and the Republican Party, which seeks restoration to national political leadership, to do so. Accordingly, there is no need for the Republican Party to abandon its traditional platform, or Christians, in its quest for political success.

Not gonna happen. He has WAY too much baggage. I personally would work overtime to stop that.

He is not the one for leadership of the country. His opposite is Dean if anything.

You all cry about his political baggage, yet America just proved that it will elect a friend of terrorists and radicals.

Newt is the smartest and most capable Republican alive.

Brains on November 10, 2008 at 3:43 PM

I’ll give you the global warming thing. However his bipartisanship is of a totally different brand than McCain and Obama’s.

Gingrich looks for issues that ACTUALLY DO unite the entire country. The Platform of the American People comes with poll numbers next to each statement that overwhelmingly favor the statement (such as how a vast majority of the country wants Official English, etc.) Newt actually proves that America’s Republicans, Democrats (the actual people, not the pols), and independents are united around conservative principles more than people tend to think.

Brains on November 10, 2008 at 3:48 PM

I agree. Newt is strongest on policy formation.

Also Newt is a big fan of both Jindal and Palin, so if he runs for President we can almost guarantee that he’ll get our youngsters involved big time.

Say no to this RNC chair stuff. Newt is above that.

Brains on November 10, 2008 at 3:53 PM

Not gonna happen. He has WAY too much baggage. I personally would work overtime to stop that.

He is not the one for leadership of the country. His opposite is Dean if anything.

1) Communication with media / Face of the Party /Youth

2) Philosophy and policy formation

3) Technology/internet/grassroots/fundraising

Newt has 2) dwon, and understands the extreme need for 3), but has baggage including ego in regards to 1).

Who hits it on all three? I don’t know if Steele hits number 3). Does Mattera hit 3) and can he handle the media requirements of 1)

If we get someone with 1), we can always have Newt in the background working policy 2) and a 3) type there too.

Any suggestions?

Say no to this RNC chair stuff. Newt is above that.

I want all new blood………… we need to clean house and start new… bold conservative ideas and new faces. Sorry Newt!

luckybogey on November 10, 2008 at 1:50 PM

Yeah accept Newt generates new bold conservative ideas on the daily. Look into his recent work more. Watch his youtube videos. Learn a thing or two.

Newt would be a better choice than most of what’s available, but he’s been doing way too much of the McCanian “bipartisainship” thing for my taste over the last couple of years.

Between that and his guzzling of the Global Warming kool-aid, I think there are better choices available.

jefferson101 on November 10, 2008 at 2:14 PM

I’ll give you the global warming thing. However his bipartisanship is of a totally different brand than McCain and Obama’s.

Gingrich looks for issues that ACTUALLY DO unite the entire country. The Platform of the American People comes with poll numbers next to each statement that overwhelmingly favor the statement (such as how a vast majority of the country wants Official English, etc.) Newt actually proves that America’s Republicans, Democrats (the actual people, not the pols), and independents are united around conservative principles more than people tend to think.

Although he wasn’t my preferred candidate for the Republican nomination, Paul demonstrated, like Howard Dean in 2004, an understanding of technology in his campaign that the Republicans sorely need.

So here’s my team:

Ron Paul – Chair, COO

New Gingrich – Vice Chair, Message Development

Michael Steele – Vice Chair, Community and Candidate Development

Get these three working together, and you have a chance in the years to come.

Newt is the smartest and most capable Republican alive.

Angry Dumbo on November 10, 2008 at 3:01 PM

Congrats on not knowing what you’re talking about whatsoever.

Since taking this position would prevent the dream ticket of Gingrich-Jindal from happening in 2012, I would consider it extremely sad. Even tragic.