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Sharing a Foxhole with Allen West

Nov. 8, 2012 5:06pm

Frank J. Gaffney Jr. is president of the Center for Security Policy, a columnist for The Washington Times and host of Secure Freedom Radio, heard in Washington […]

Frank J. Gaffney Jr. is president of the Center for Security Policy, a columnist for The Washington Times and host of Secure Freedom Radio, heard in Washington weeknights at 9 p.m. on 1260 AM.

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Allen West is a man with whom I would gladly share a foxhole. He’s been in many of them over the years – both as a decorated combat veteran and more recently as a Member of Congress from Florida. And when the going gets tough, he is usually the very first of the tough to get going, inspiring and leading others to do the same.

In addition to his natural leadership abilities, Rep. West has an extraordinary grasp of history, its lessons and the importance of not repeating our predecessors’ mistakes. His ability to communicate these insights is similarly exceptional. Last year, in honoring House Armed Services Chairman Howard ‘Buck’ McKeon, we at the Center for Security Policy could find no one better than Allen West to deliver a sterling, improvised benediction. That brief speech—encapsulating two centuries of American military history—is a monument of the power of forthrightness in advocating for peace through strength in the Reagan tradition.

Perhaps most importantly, Allen West has a well-calibrated and utterly dependable moral compass. Most notably, he has addressed with a clarity and integrity virtually unknown these days in official Washington about the threat posed by shariah – the totalitarian, supremacist Islamic ideology that animates and justifies jihad – and by its adherents. He has taken to task those in positions of power who, by their passivity or active support, are enabling the steady advance of such enemies, both abroad and here. This year, Rep. West rated as a ‘Champion of National Security’ in our Center for Security Policy Congressional Scorecard with a rating of 100 percent.

For all these reasons, Allen West has millions of devoted followers around the country. But he also has powerful enemies. And defeating him in this year’s election was a top priority of Democratic operatives and Islamists alike.

As a result, Rep. West finds himself in the fight of his life at the moment. I hope that everyone who cares about freedom and understands the urgent need for national leadership to safeguard it will support him as he battles to ensure that every vote in his congressional district is properly counted and accurately reported.

The trouble is that Congressman West’s reelection campaign is facing what appear to be a number of irregularities in the counting of ballots, particularly in St. Lucie County, that may explain how he went from a narrow lead to trailing his opponent by roughly 2400 votes.Understandably, he has asked for a full recount of every vote in that county and that it be conducted by hand under appropriate monitoring.

Unless and until that thorough accounting is completed, Allen West needs all of us in his foxhole or otherwise providing the supporting fire that he needs now, and so fully deserves.

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Oh_By_Jingo
Posted on November 9, 2012 at 10:36am
We love you Allen! Folks, check out this image and post it everywhere!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/62495023@N07/8169532816/

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bree001
Posted on November 9, 2012 at 9:38am
Romney should take a look at Allen West, instead of curling up in bed and crying about his loss, he should be questioning how much voter fraud took place and whether Obama actually won.

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- DeOppressoLiber
  Posted on November 9, 2012 at 10:04am
  Agree West a great example of staying in the fight.He is smart, articulate and calls it like he sees it. I pray he wins.
  
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- warrior21
  Posted on November 9, 2012 at 1:22pm
  It is difficult to believe that Americans can no longer recognize a real leader. Col. West is one of the few Republicans that I look up to today. If only there were more like him.
  De Oppresso Liber
  
  “Men in general are quick to believe that which they wish to be true.” Julius Caesar quote
  
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- johnpaulkuchtajr
  Posted on November 11, 2012 at 3:21pm
  I get the feeling that Romney saw or heard something in those top secret security briefings that shaped his attitude for the third debate.
  
  Did Romney learn that we are not only supplying arms and armaments to opponents of Bashar al Assad, but that we were also paying to send jihadists to travel to Syria to fight against Assad?
  
  Did Romney reckon that revealing that fact might spark an insurrection in this country? Did Obama count on Romney’s love of country to continue his treasonous ways?
  
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Ghandi was a Republican
Posted on November 9, 2012 at 1:49am
If not for rampant fraud and disinformation, Alan West would be our Secretary of Defense, or State come January. The contrast is staggering. I have no doubt that many millions will die because of this outcome. Not a shred of doubt.

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iwillnotbequiet
Posted on November 9, 2012 at 1:30am
I’m praying for you and yours, American. We need your voice.

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MKFlyboy
Posted on November 8, 2012 at 9:04pm
There is a controversy over possible voter fraud in West Palm Beach and other locations that is currently raging over this election. This is being investigated and will be fought hard. Unfortunately, this is how many close elections are being determined. My best wishes to Allen West in this fight, an amazing patriot who deserves far better than this.

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- liberty belle
  Posted on November 8, 2012 at 10:39pm
  you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers tonight. you have both my sincere admiration and respect, sir. may God bless and keep you safe!
  
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- Ghandi was a Republican
  Posted on November 9, 2012 at 1:52am
  Possible? That’s a ludicrous understatement. How could there be any possible doubt?
  I can tell you how they did it, but it takes a little space, Suffice it to say it’s basically a parlor trick a few million times over.
  
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A. Blinkin
Posted on November 8, 2012 at 8:23pm
I am rooting for you all the way Col. West

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- Grey Eagle
  Posted on November 8, 2012 at 10:16pm
  God Bless you Col. West. i hope your prevail in this fight.
  
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Sickandtiredofextremists
Posted on November 8, 2012 at 7:19pm
YOU GO, Col. West. There are too few real Americans left. I’m afraid the genie is out of the bottle and there’s very little of America left!

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- encinom
  Posted on November 8, 2012 at 7:47pm
  Yes West you go..right out of the door, the people are tired of your insanity.
- MKFlyboy
  Posted on November 8, 2012 at 8:25pm
  Hey ENCINOMORON,
  I usually don’t bother arguing with idiots, but seriously, is this a full time job for you? I’m sure there must be some MSNBC blog or something like that you could go inhabit. I think I speak for many on the Blaze who would say that THEY are tired of YOUR insanity.
  
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- TBIR
  Posted on November 8, 2012 at 9:07pm
  Allen West is a black mascott for the rebulican party. He served his purpose and now he has to go. He’s a sore loser and a war criminal. This is the black man republican LEADERS want to praise. West let it go your black monkey shuffle for the republican party has failed. Just goes to show no matter what you do REGULAR republicans will NEVER truly embrace you becase your BLACK. I dont know how you sleep knowing that your only claim to fame in poltics was speaking ill of another black man so glad your gone and PLEASE NEVER COME BACK.
  
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- Ghandi was a Republican
  Posted on November 9, 2012 at 2:01am
  Funny how these trolls describe West as a war criminal simply because he chose his men (American Soldiers) over a few frazzled nerves of a coward terrorist. It really, Really tells you who these twerps are. Lil’ terrorist sympathizers? or hapless disaffects who can only find camaraderie with other disaffects and joined the day paid staff at acorn/seiu..
  
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lassiegirldawn
Posted on November 8, 2012 at 6:57pm
I am flying my flag at half-mast until we get leaders like Allen West that will lead according to our constitution. We had a death in America on November 7, 2012. This is for all who have fought and continue to fight for freedom in America. Join me and when people ask why you are flying your flag at half-mast, maybe, just maybe there can be intellectual conversation.

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- IMayLookHarmless...
  Posted on November 8, 2012 at 7:37pm
  I totally agree, Lassiegirl. I too have had my flag at half-mast since Wednesday morning. The America I know and love died Tuesday, November 6, 2012. She may come back, and, with God’s help, she might be better, but she will never be the same. I’m afraid we have serious trouble ahead, and we need righteous men and courageous warriors to lead us. One of the best is Allen West. When I saw that he had been “defeated” (since we still don’t know), I just started crying. I was already feeling sick to my stomach as well as my soul, but seeing that news Wednesday morning just pushed me over the edge.
  
  Lt. Col. West, you are in my prayers–I will be praying that the truth will prevail.
  
  Marine Mom OOORAH!
  
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- tightline
  Posted on November 9, 2012 at 11:10am
  I remember my dad telling me about the good ol’days when I was a kid, gas 10-15 cents, and that was high. I never thought I would be telling my 8 year old little girl about the good ol’days, gas less than 1 buck, and the freedom to do damn near anything you wish, and to think I gave 8 years active duty for us to end up like this. Well I will keep up the good fight, hand in there Col. West!!!!
  
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MrEDS
Posted on November 8, 2012 at 6:14pm
hooah

and God Bless

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- Bad Kitty
  Posted on November 8, 2012 at 6:29pm
  You are good Col. West, Maybe even the best in Congress right now!
  
  WEST/RUBIO 2016
  
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Gary_K
Posted on November 8, 2012 at 5:41pm
Lt. Col. West is a great American.

God bless you Col. West !!!

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