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boomerang wrote:

locknload wrote:The choice seems to be between an ultra-liberal possible murdering abused wife, a possible Muslim apostate even worse liberal that might really be a Muslim in disguise, a nut case that calls himself a Constitutionalist, a nut case that might have sold his men out, and God only knows what else! Not a good position for the voters to be in. Not a good position for this country to be in. There is one solution to our problem. God said:

"If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their evil ways; then, will I hear from Heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chron. 7:14.

His people's land is seven thousand miles east of here so I don't see how that helps with the elections in this country.

We, who believe are His, also. He came to the Jew, first, that the Jew might be saved. They received him not, then, He offered salvation to the Gentile, that the Jew might be saved. We are his people, too, with a mission to love, pray for, and save the Jew, who are His chosen nation, His inheritance. We are commanded to bless the Jew and pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

KBCraig wrote:

lawrnk wrote:Peden sounds like an outstanding candidate!

His "comparison" page is so blatantly false that it would be actionable if this were not a political race. If it were against someone less peaceful than Ron Paul, it would certainly merit a good sock in the nose.

This "outstanding" candidate claims to have raised $174,000, all of it from "local addresses". Turns out that over $150,000 of that came from one "local address", that being the address of William Chris Peden. The other listed donors are also named "Peden", and all gave the statutory maximum. Outside of people named Peden, he's only raised $8,000.

http://countyseat.blogspot.com/2008/02/ ... redux.html
http://countyseat.blogspot.com/2007/12/ ... pancy.html

I don't consider it to be a "good Christian" trait to be dishonest about either your opponent or the source of your funding.

PROOF?

KBCraig wrote:From the most recent quote, it seems that Chris Peden spoke the truth in 2007, and even became an ironic proof of it one year later.

OK. Let's let Peden speak for himself:

"2nd Amendment:
I take a no-compromise position on the Right to Keep and Bear Arms. As a member of the NRA and a strong supporter of the Second Amendment, I believe the right to keep and bear arms is an individual right that is not to be infringed, period.

Should I be elected, one of my first legislative priorities will be to introduce legislation that guarantees the Right to Carry in one state will be granted reciprocity in any other state with a concealed carry permit, as well as on all federal lands.

Our nation has more than enough existing gun control laws. Increasing gun control will not only compromise one of our Constitutional rights, but also offers no positive answer to crime. Gun control laws tend to be ineffective and serve only to harass law-abiding citizens. We should stop crime by putting criminals in prison, not by creating new firearm restrictions."

"Border Security
The problem with our immigration policy is that the federal government doesn't have one. Over the past 20 years, our borders have become more porous, the influx of illegal immigrants has dramatically increased, while the enforcement of our existing immigration laws has decreased.

The United States continues to be the land of hope, progress, and opportunity. I welcome the entry into our great country by people from all over the world…as long as they use the legal channels provided for them. The illegal immigration problem on our hands is an issue of national security. That is why I will not support any form of amnesty—we must gain control of America’s borders.

The House has passed, and if elected I will support, comprehensive legislation requiring employers to verify employee work eligibility, authorize and assist local law enforcement to enforce immigration laws, and build a fence along the southern border.

I support legislation that first addresses our most urgent problem: securing America's borders. We must start by using new technologies such as electronic surveillance where most effective. We need to enforce current laws by holding responsible those who willfully violate our nation's immigration laws. Also, reforming the current system for processing legal applicants for immigration must occur before attempting to add new programs to an already overburdened system.

I will not vote for any bill that gives amnesty to illegal immigrants whose first action on United States soil was to break the law! As your congressman, I will do everything in my power to ensure that we remain a nation of laws."

"Abortion and Gay Marriage:
I’m pro-life and pro-family; I make no apologies for that. This will not change if I am elected to Congress.

I supported the Defense of Marriage Amendment to the Texas constitution and I support the federal Defense of Marriage Act that prohibits state and federal recognition of same sex marriages. It is my unwavering belief that marriage is defined as the union of one man and one woman.

As a pro-life conservative, I strongly believe that we should protect those who cannot protect themselves. America was founded on principles that recognize the importance and dignity of each individual, and only when we apply those principles to the weakest among us do we live up to the American ideal.

My hopeful prayer is that the recent ruling by the Supreme Court to outlaw the barbaric Partial Birth Abortion procedure is the first step down the path of overturning Roe V. Wade. As your congressman, I will fight to protect the sanctity of life at all stages, from conception to natural death. I do not support federal funds going to Planned Parenthood or any other organization that promotes abortion. I will do everything in my power to protect the defenseless, and to end the practice of abortion."

"War on Terror
The men and women of the United States military honor us each day with their service and sacrifice. They deserve our respect, our prayers and deepest gratitude. If I am elected as your member of Congress, I pledge my commitment to secure the resources that our service men and women need to fulfill their mission.

I will stand with the right of the state of Israel to defend itself against terrorist aggression by Hezbollah and other terrorist organizations. Despite repeated calls for the destruction of Israel by terrorist factions, I believe Israel, as a nation, has the right to exist.

Though we can be thankful that an attack on America’s soil hasn’t happened since 9/11, we cannot consider it merely good fortune. Our valiant men and women in Iraq and Afghanistan are on the frontlines in the war on terror, but the horrific attack on 9/11 demonstrated that terrorists can bring the battlefield to our shores. For this reason, we must remain continually vigilant and ready with a broad based strategy that includes military action when necessary but also enhanced overseas intelligence capabilities, strengthened coalitions with willing partners and more effective and efficient homeland security.

We must continue to support our brave troops serving in Iraq, Afghanistan, and everywhere duty calls. We must fight Islamo-fascists abroad rather than fight them at home. As your congressman, I will be dedicated to giving our military the resources they need to fight the battle against the jihadists who wish to destroy our way of life because they abhor freedom, democracy, and liberty. America has been and will continue to be a beacon of light in a dark world; we must not waver and we can not fail to defend ourselves in a dangerous world.

This great nation faced and met global threats to our peace and security in the past and we will do so again by remaining strong and dedicated to the preservation of liberty."

These are but a few. Of course, there's the comparison between Peden and Paul:

"Winning the War on Terror
Chris Peden believes in a strong national defense and secure communities. As Mayor Pro Tem of Friendswood he added a new police station, additional police officers, and Friendswood EMS was rated top in Texas. Peden has a proven record of securing our communities, and knows that to keep America safe we must stay on the offensive in the War on Terror.

Opposes the War on Terror and Blames America for 9/11

Ron Paul voted against body armor for our troops, and insists America is to blame for the 9/11 attacks. Paul wants us to gut the FBI and the CIA and have our troops retreat home “as quickly as possible and as far as possible�, which he says will make us “safer.�
(Vote 108, 4/3/03); (2007 South Carolina GOP Debate, 5/15/07); (Meet the Press, 12/23/07); (NPR interview, 7/25/07)


Opposes Traditional Family Values
Ron Paul voted against a ban on gay marriage and opposes defining marriage between one man and one woman. He supports the legalization of drugs that harm our children and ruin our families. Ron Paul has even suggested we legalize prostitution.
(Vote 484, 9/30/04); (Meet the Press: 2007 “Meet the Candidates� series 12/ 23/07); (ABC Interview with John Stossel 12/7/07)

Refuses to Protect the Unborn
Ron Paul is not committed to protecting the innocent and unborn. He voted against prosecuting criminals who harm an unborn child while committing a crime not once but twice. Paul even twice voted against a ban on transporting young girls across state lines for abortions.
(Vote 261, 6/30/99; Vote 144, 4/27/05); (Vote 89, 4/26/01; Vote 31, 2/26/04)

Weakens Our Economy
Ron Paul’s consistent votes against Free Trade agreements attack U.S. economic growth and they are exactly the approach that led us to the Great Depression. These Republican-sponsored trade agreements increased U.S. exports, created new jobs, and grew our small businesses yet Ron Paul opposed them.
(Vote 443, 7/28/05; Vote 375, 7/14/04; Vote 432, 7/24/03; Vote 375, 7/14/04; Vote 432, 7/24/03)

Supporting Traditional Family Values
Chris Peden is a devout Christian. He believes marriage is sacred and should be protected from rogue judges legislating from the bench. Chris Peden supports a constitutional amendment that defines marriage as between one man and one woman, and will defend traditional family values.

Protecting the Unborn
Chris Peden is a strong pro-life conservative. He opposes abortion and believes life begins at conception. Chris Peden will always vote and fight to protect the sanctity of life.

Improving the Economy
As Mayor Pro Tem, Chris Peden led the successful fight to deliver a one million dollar property tax refund to the people of Friendswood and the lowest tax rates in 10 years – all while keeping the budget balanced. Peden believes lowering taxes improves our economy, helps our families and he will continue to fight for lower taxes and smaller government.

© Peden for Congress 2008. All rights reserved."

I to see so many Paul supporters are not in his District. I am ... unfortunately. He was our guest speaker at our Lincoln Day Dinner, and we had a hard time giving away the tickets in the North part of the County. Thankfully, they are finally running someone against him, (Chris Peden, a good, Christian, Conservative Republican, pro-gun) and the Paulies are having a fit, because they say that he was promised that the local Rep. Party wouldn't put up anyone to run for "his" seat! Do they think that he owns that seat? If he won, this District would be without representation. It is only prudent to run another candidate for the seat that he is so eager to vacate! Acting like the local Republicans have lied/tricked him is utter arrogance!

An example of how things are really going in "his" District: Chris Peden had a little rally in Lake Jackson a couple of weekends ago. Paul was laying off Pres. campaign staff at the time and wanting to come home to keep/fight for his local office, as "Peden is doing too well." Peden had a full house. Paul booked a room in the same building for the same day at the same time ... and bussed folks in from Austin! Then, they claimed victory, as they bussed so many folks in that many had to stand outside, as there wasn't enough room for them inside! These are the kinds of things that are really ticking off the mainstream Republicans in this District. It is embarrassing.

His voting against body armor for our troops, as he said that it was un-Constitutional was the last straw for most of us! No matter what your ideology, you set it aside for the good and protection of our men and women, who are putting themselves in harm's way for the sake of this country. Human life trumps written words any/every day of the week!

He let the folks at that rally "talk him into" continuing the bid for Pres., as that will give him/them a voice at the Convention. Now, his folks are saying that, if he loses the Pres. bid ... which he will ... they will run him as a 3rd Party Candidate. What utter nonsense! What utter selfishness!

I saw McCain speak at an Officer's Wives Club meeting, shortly after he returned from being a POW in Viet Nam ... too many years ago to admit. He was a poster boy for PTSD. Not much seems to have changed in all these years.

The choice seems to be between an ultra-liberal possible murdering abused wife, a possible Muslim apostate even worse liberal that might really be a Muslim in disguise, a nut case that calls himself a Constitutionalist, a nut case that might have sold his men out, and God only knows what else! Not a good position for the voters to be in. Not a good position for this country to be in. There is one solution to our problem. God said:

"If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their evil ways; then, will I hear from Heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chron. 7:14.

We have, indeed sinned, by running after the desires of our fleshly nature in managing our government ... a gift from God, rather than putting God first. We have made a god of the Constitution. We have made a god of ourselves and our own wills. This country needs a miracle right now. We are on the verge of losing our nation as we know it. God has given us the answer to saving this country. Are we truly willing to follow? Are we truly willing to put aside our own petty desires, feelings, wants, egos? Are we willing to bow ourselves before God and trust Him with the future of the country that was covenanted to Him from the beginning by our forefathers? Are we willing to set aside our ideologies and political differences, kneel before Him and ask that His will, not ours be done?

Yep. That's the hard part, isn't it? It's hard for me, too.

Just my 2 cents, for what it's worth.