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‘I’m Just Getting Started’: See Allen West’s Epic New Ad
- Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:41am by
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It may be hard to believe, but Allen West has only been in Congress for less than one term. The freshman Florida Rep. has quickly become a popular conservative figure, and his name recognition already ranks high. So as he ramps up his campaign again, this video will surely add to his already-rising status.
West released a new ad that’s not only inspiring, but also unapologetic. In it, he explains why he was sent to Washington, manages to praise his father, and then issues a shot at his detractors: “I’m just getting started.” And that’s all while epic music plays and images of soldiers and kids flash across the screen.
You can watch it below:
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Comments (308)
bharris0
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:08amI would have voted for him in a heart beat until he supported the NDAA and un-patriot act. He is another big government progressive, just like the rest in Washington.
Report Post »I will support any conservative that runs against him that doesn’t already hold office.
Armyof One
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:16amYeah, keep thinking that way. You‘ll be 0bama’s new friend real soon :)
Report Post »13th Imam
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:19amCherry pick one issue. You will Never vote again. I felt the same way when Republicans supported lowering the speed limit to 55.
Report Post »RJJinGadsden
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:58am13TH IMAM, You’re right about that. The speed limit change occurred under Ford even though Carter is most often blamed for it. The gas lines with odd and even days started under Ford as well. I can’t see blaming Carter with things he had nothing to do with. But, he sure made it worse and screwed up so much else.
Report Post »But, Ford had a democrat House and Senate, so you can‘t blame ’55′ on just the republicans.
Individualism
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:06amyeah he is a fascist.
Report Post »brknhrt
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:09amHe voted for the Pigford scam too. Then claimed he never read the bill.
Report Post »RJJinGadsden
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:13amOops, that was Nixon and not Ford.
Report Post »marhee9
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:30amAllen West rocks! It’s nice to finally have some people in Washington that actually do represent conservative values. This man doesn’t care about the demonization process that goes along with standing up for what you believe in. He just does it anyway! Keep up the great work Mr. West!
Report Post »http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-OPf1dK-qlE
tajloc
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:34amjust trolling???
Report Post »Inlightofthings
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:34amTJ:
Also, a lot of folks blame Carter for outlawing assassinations, but it was actually during the Ford presidency. I can only imagine the outcry if GOP POTUS was managing the “Kill List”.
Red Meat
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:50amAllen West is a fraud and a progressive operative. Look at his voting record people and not be swayed by his do-nothing rhetoric.
Report Post »inblack
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:54am@BHARRIS0
I’m with you on NDAA.
West needs to realize that he compromised the constitution and the country he claims to be fighting for.
I’m often amazed that Republicans talk smaller govt and lower taxes and then pass a $700 billion defense bill that strips US citizens of their rights.
This is why people think republicans are stupid.
Report Post »Bob_R_OathKeeper
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:55amYou can’t always get what you want Bharriso, apparently that‘s something you haven’t learned yet.
Report Post »encinom
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 10:07amDoes the Ad mention how he now supports Obamacare?
Report Post »http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2012/05/28/rep-allen-west-defends-key-provisions-of-obamacare/
johnjamison
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 10:14am13th imam,
Report Post »When that one issue suspense the Constitutional rights of U.S. indefinantly I’ld say that not cherry picking. That’s using your head and fight tyranny. Fact the NDAA should be a call to ARMS for the free citizens of America. It is the biggest step in the destruction of our Constitution ever. Fact is it would be less offensive just to outlaw Islam than to destroy the rights of all citizens in order to stop the actions of ONE RELIGIOUS GROUP
Dismayed Veteran
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 10:23amI don’t like the NDAA any more than you do. But, I am willing to give West a chance. I believe West still thinks like a US Army Infantry officer. Any way to reduce risk to soldiers while containing the enemy is the right action to take. This is an assumption only and you know what they say about them.
Report Post »PATTY HENRY
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:06amI sent $ to his campaign in 2010 and will again. He is the ONLY Congressperson who has actually CUT spending, maybe just 300 M but his bill passed and he saved us $300 M and it doesn‘t look like he’s going to be sucked into the “go along to get along” sheeple! We need 435 Members of the House Like this!! NDAA has more good in it than bad for the times we live in. Look it up.
Report Post »Silversmith
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:14am@encimom – Your statement, and indeed, the story you ape it from are completely bent. That West supports the idea of keeping your kid on your insurance till 26, or getting rid of pre-existing conditions restrictions, as most do, doesn’t mean he supports Obamacare. That’s a reach even for a progressive!! But considering a story culled from the “great” minds of Uygur, Spitzer, Granholm, and of course Ferguson – it’s no wonder that you are so easily mislead.
Silversmith
Report Post »manjodad
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:25am@ Silversmith. You are so right on. I love the way progressives so easily twist the facts. I am sure that if Allen West said that he wanted the trains to run on time encinmom would be saying does the Ad mention that he support Fascism.
Report Post »Mutiny
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:39amI will never support West or Rubio for them voting yes to raise the debt ceiling, NDAA, CISPA, and all the other nonsense these two fakes are doing. I am actually worried if he is just getting started, what is next?
Report Post »Dud12ley
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:42amJust another politician…He has been on the government doll his entire Career, first he lived off the tax payer in the military and now he collects a government salary through Congress. Maybe he should put his money where his mouth is and sponsor a bill to cut his salary, pensions and benefits to save money?
How is his taxpayer funded career and pension any different from another government employee? Typical Republican hypocrisy!
Report Post »Rillobymorning
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:54amWest is hardly a progressive. I’d love to see him get a run at VP. He seems like such a man of honor.
Report Post »TheePolitinator
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 12:04pmTruth is Treason in the empire of lies.
Report Post »Navyveteran
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 12:27pm13th Imam
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:19am
Cherry pick one issue. You will Never vote again. I felt the same way when Republicans supported lowering the speed limit to 55.
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You got to be kidding right, you’re comparing changing highway speed limits to a bill that gives the government the right to take its citizens and hold them indefinately without due process and without representation or even lawyer?! One is constitutional the other is unconstitutional, wow how far we have fallen and left our standards because the man has an r behind his name. Alan West has also supported Obama Care, and the Unpatriot Act, but as long as it isn‘t as bad as raising a freaking highway speed limit you’re ok with that.
Report Post »Rightallalong
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 12:46pmAll you fake conservatives are a mockery to freedom and liberty. Your attitude that well it was only the NDAA so no big deal … so when he votes for highway checkpoints, or more searches at airports or train stations or at sporting even you will still support him? WHen the TSA can come into your house to have a look around you will still be think its ok since he says he is conservative? So how much freedom are you fake conservatives willing to give up in the name of political positioning?
Instead of arguing that he is better than so and so, try an intelligent arguement where you actually outline the limits you are willing to accept to trade liberty for safety … an objective measure perhaps would make your arguement more compelling … but NO you go for the ‘well then you will be a freind of Obama’ Alinsky type attack, or the ‘well he is better than a Democrat’ logic … nice school yard, 8 year old arguements.
If you support the man that supported the NDAA then you support giving up our freedoms and giving in to big government and the trashing of our Constitution and Bill of Rights. This is a pretty fundamental issue and if you can justify any loss of freedom then you are the enemy.
Report Post »rpp
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 12:57pmIf you are looking for perfection, the only place to look is God.
If you are looking for someone whose opinions and attitudes are in lock-step with your the only place to look is a mirror.
If you are looking to get a job done on important issues, there are lots of people who can help. West is one of the good guys. Close-minded idiots spouting the tripe that you just did are not.
Report Post »Laken
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 12:57pmAllen West For PRESIDENT!!!!! Pick Him For VP Romney!! Obama‘s Regime Can’t Use The Racist Card Against You…..I Would PAY To Watch Biden Go Up Against West In A Debate..And… We Won’t Have To Worry About Hillary in 2016.
PPMStudios
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 1:05pm@ENCINOM
You didn’t even read the article you post about did you?
Since you’ve failed miserably at telling the truth, yet again, let me remind you. LTC West said it’s up to the people. It’s what they want.
Report Post »kevinUA
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 1:15pmi keep hearing the same one or two arguments against him. though they might be valid points. but in my opinion you could look at every politicians record and say “he signed this, should have signed that.” a the end of the day, you have to decide if you trust the man and trust he will do whats best for America. I DO. id vote for West any day of the week.
Report Post »Rightallalong
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 1:21pm@RPP I see you were not man enough to pose a fair argument without using Alinsky type tactics of name calling. Try to quantify what level of freedom you are willing to give up. If youc an do that then I think you would at least have a foundation of a discussion, without that you are just doing the usual fake conservative name calling.
Also, who is asking for perfection … does it take a perfect man to support the Constitution? I think not …
Report Post »SJvet
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 1:42pmReplying to: RJJinGadsden: The 1973 energy crisis started under Nixon and the 1979 energy crisis started under Carter. I was there, so get your facts straight.
Report Post »wdittgasn
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 1:46pmThe NDAA is an act of tyranny, now what does the constitution say about that?
Report Post »manjodad
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 1:48pmWhat is so very interesting is seeing all these posts where Allen West is demonized because he did or did not vote the way someone thinks he should have voted. It seems there are a lot of one trick ponies out there whose views are so narrow that no one could pass their smell test. Grow up people, Rome wasn‘t built in a day and changing the direction of the country won’t happen in one election either. Were that to be true, thanks to Obama we would have already been made into his vision of the country by now.
Report Post »LOOKINGFROMTHERIGHT
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 3:56pmGod Bless Allen West, our country needs more men with the character and integrity. Colonel West is a fine example of finest our country has ever produced, he has more character in his big toe than our esteemed president could ever hope to muster up from his entire administration.
Report Post »Mutiny
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 4:08pm@man
Telling us to grow up is just funny. You are to dumb to understand the gravity of that bill or you are a sheep that just does what the establishment wants.
West to get elected, tea party, tea party, tea party, tea party!!!
West to join the Washington herd, votes NDAA, raise debt ceiling, Cispa, and others.
Anyone voting to trample the Constitution is bad. Ask Bill Oreilly to tell you how to respond.
Report Post »justangry
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 4:08pm@Manjodad, We’re not demonizing Allen West so much as all Republicans who voted for a series of bills under the guise of security have turned us into a police state. In other words, 4 bills that essentially made the 1st, 4th, 5th, 6th addmenments null and void. Men thinking they could simply vote away our god-given rights. Allen West just gets the brunt of it because the Blaze and GB like pushing him at us. Anyone they put up there who voted for or supports this stuff is going to get flamed now.
Report Post »rochesterruler
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 5:02pm@ 13th oman if that 1 issue is the constitution . Someone has to take a stand.
Report Post »jakartaman
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 5:15pm@13iman,
You have to remember that there are a lot of infowar Paulbots on this blog.
Report Post »and even though paul is out (they are hoping for a brokered convention) ya right!
You will need a silver bullet and wooden stake to kill them.
The tin hats and moms basement crowd are very very myopic
Taldren
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 6:15pmYeah, that is what turned me against him as well. Talks a good show, but seems to dislike the constitution he claims to uphold in the highest regard.
Report Post »bertr
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 6:49pmPoint is, Allen West doesn’t hold the bill of rights sacred or is very confused over what the NDAA that he voted on represents according to Glenn Beck, Jim DeMint and many others, to some people this is all important, to other its just some laws like any other.
Report Post »rugin
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 6:59pmWhat’s wrong with the NDAA? We do need military spending approved.
Report Post »bertr
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:08pmWell the part most take issue with is the constitutional compromise allowing indefinite detention without charge or trail of us citizens on american soil, Beck also pointed out the reclassification of the US mainland as a battlefield as a possible concern
Report Post »OutofSympathy
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:48pmBefore you condemn the man on NDAA research the issue. There were serious military provisions within the bill which would not have passed outside of that bill. HELLO.
As for the patriot act… He wasn’t even in congress when it was passed. Has he since supported it? Yes, but doubtfully for the reasons you obviously believe.
Report Post »goodinohio
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:53pmHe also voted for CISPA. PRO Police state.
Report Post »lockedandloadedinSA
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:55pmOne thing and you let it sway your vote. Your vote was gone anyways. I would move to
Report Post »Florida to vote for him. He is a true American.
bertr
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:57pmI think we just have a difference in belief.
Report Post »Would i be incorrect saying that you believe it is ok to forfeit liberty and basic constitutional rights in the name of protecting liberty and basic constitutional rights?
I know the military needs funded, but at what cost???
What if something went wrong someday and a Marxist, Communist, or Fascist gained power in America, can you imagine how much power that act alone could grant them?
I know there are other laws similar already on the books but i dont believe that makes it acceptable to create more of them
bertr
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:33pmAnd most are not even saying don’t vote for Alan West, even the one who started of this thread said he would vote for against him if a “CONSERVATIVE” ran against him. I would take that one step further by saying a conservative opponent who had a emphasis on protecting the constitution, deserves a chance against West “Unless” West changes his mind and decides the NDAA wrong a mistake, which to my knowledge he has not done.
Report Post »It’s the continued support by many, not for West, but the support for his vote in favor of the NDAA that has us scratching our heads
Snidely
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:56pm13TH IMAM. Good point. The 55 mph speed limit was a dark period in our nation’s history. (And not only because it took effect the year before I got my driver’s license. But, that was a big reason it was a dark period.) It was another example of the federal government controlling things they did not have the authority to control. So sad that a Republican enacted it. Along with the wage and price controls, ending the gold standard, and Watergate, I wish we could just scrub the “R” from beside Nixon’s name in the history books..
Allen West, on the other hand, is a good man. If people are waiting for a perfect candidate, it ain’t gonna happen. I’ve come to the conclusion that the candidates I like best are unelectable, so we have to work with what we have available.
Report Post »LameLiberals
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:35pmbrknhrt
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:09am
He voted for the Pigford scam too. Then claimed he never read the bill.
Report Post »________
True. I could NOT believe he voted for that. It was when he joined the Congressional Black Caucass and he let them persuade him. Just like he let Boehner persuade him to raise the debt limit. West was in the military too long – he follows and does not lead.
SELECT
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 10:42pmThe Act authorizes $662 billion[4] in funding, among other things “for the defense of the United States and its interests abroad.” In a signing statement, President Obama described the Act as addressing national security programs, Department of Defense health care costs, counter-terrorism within the U.S. and abroad, and military modernization.[5][6] The Act also imposes new economic sanctions against Iran (section 1045), commissions appraisals of the military capabilities of countries such as Iran, China, and Russia,[7] and refocuses the strategic goals of NATO towards “energy security.”[8]
The most controversial provisions to receive wide attention are contained in Title X, Subtitle D, entitled “Counter-Terrorism.” In particular, sub-sections 1021 and 1022, which deal with detention of persons the government suspects of involvement in terrorism, have generated controversy as to their legal meaning and their potential implications for abuse of Presidential authority. Although the White House[9] and Senate sponsors[10] maintain that the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) already grants presidential authority for indefinite detention, the Act states that Congress “affirms” this authority and makes specific provisions as to the exercise of that authority.
Report Post »A federal court issued an order blocking the indefinite detention powers of the NDAA for American citizens on the grounds of unconstitutionality.[19]
chptuf1
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:22pmmaybe you should read the NDAA again moron….have you been locked up? My guess is you prolly don’t even work
Report Post »seresmary
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:23pmI love Allan West, I wish he were my Congressman, I wish he was running for President.
Report Post »I would love him to be the VP pick, but I think he would do more and be more important in his Congressional seat. We need men like Congressman West, he’s a straight shooter, he says what he means and means what he says. Ethical and principled as well.
Thank you Congressman West.
marys
vieteravet
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 1:23amIf you vote on one or two issues; you’re no better than the ********!
Report Post »manjodad
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 7:50am@Mutiny
“Telling us to grow up is just funny. You are to dumb”
This is hilarious. Sounds like I am back in the grade school yard. What’s next, my mother wears combat boots. (won’t work because she does)
@Just angry.
Report Post »My rights are God given, not god given.
Jaycen
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 8:17pmAllen West supported NDAA. He voted to raise the debt limit. He called the Tea Party “schizophrenic”. He joined the racist Congressional Black Caucus.
Jonathon Seidl characterizes West as “Conservatve”? Since when?
Report Post »Smokey_Bojangles
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 8:33pmYour forgot CISPA.
Report Post »FreedomsQB
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 9:10pmI’m with you on the NDAA Act of Tyranny! Anyone who voted for it then or who supports it today should not be in control of the Freedom of America.
Report Post »1st question; Do you support Freedom or do you support the NDAA?
2nd question: Do you support the Policy that lets the TSA deprive us of our 4th Amendment Rights in our airports and on our highways?
3rd question: Do you support the repeal of the Patriot Act or is the War on Terror going to steal away our Freedoms and our Wealth indefinitely, to the benefit of Politicians and the War Machine?
I Vote Freedom! I am more afraid of our Politicians killing our Freedoms with a “Safety Smother Blanket” than I am of some boogie man far, far away!
jakartaman
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:06amMr. West – Thank You
Report Post »Cloth Stews
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:23amAnyone else hear the subliminal message at :38 End the barackracy.
Report Post »Johnoxley
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:32amMr West needs lessons on how to speak with the didnity of a great man. It is not always bold talking points to get in the news that counts. Listen to who ought to be his mentor, JC Watts
Report Post »Inlightofthings
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:32amCLOTH: I did catch that…
Report Post »amerbur
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:05amGreat ad!! Love West!!
Report Post »floridaborn
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:05amAllen West for President!
Report Post »Bum thrower
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 2:17pmI’ll second that!! where do I send my check?
Report Post »BLACKDIAMONDSKIER
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:01amAn honorable man that is articulate, strong, courageous, and willing to stand on principle is hard to find these days. Allen West is that man. Make no mistake about that. I’m not sure I have seen his type of character in Congress in recent history. Florida…….you are extremely lucky to have him represent you.
Report Post »Jenny Lind
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:24amYou said what I was saying watching the ad. I also added God bless the men and women in Washington who fight the good fight daily,and love and respect the constitution. Mr West is a good man.
Report Post »jeezpeeps
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 6:35pmI wanna know how much money Soros is spending on getting all the different trolls on this site to bash LTC Allen West. They are always thick as flies anytime Allen Wests name is mentioned. Allen West is an American Hero. He is focused on defeating the enemies of the United States. I would love to see him as the Veep nominee. But I don’t think Romney has the guts to pick him. I hope I’m wrong.
Report Post »Magyar
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:01amGO Allen! I for one am with you all the way to the WH.
Report Post »willbedone
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:01amCowboy Logic:
Report Post »Ridin’ for the brand!
rightwingheroes
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:01amDon’t blame Allen West for NDAA, blame al-Qaeda and all their affiliates who want our way of life to cease….cry some more libs
Allen West 2016
TEA!!
Report Post »theblazerunner
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:43amthe cia created and controlled al cia da…?
who voted against the constitution…?
hmmm?
Report Post »rawmilker
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 10:00amRIGHTWINGHERO AKA MONCINE….give us a break with your sarcasm will ya?
Report Post »Navyveteran
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 12:33pmI am confulsed when did Al Qaida put the NDAA on the floor of our legislation branch then vote for, it and then sign that bill into law? I am confused I don’t see how they Al Qaida are at fault on that one. However, I do blame the power hungry democrats and republicans that voted this bill and signed into law. “Those who sacrifice liberty over temporary security deserve neither!” Benjamin Franklin
Report Post »Rightallalong
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 1:50pmDon’t blame Allen West for NDAA, blame al-Qaeda and all their affiliates who want our way of life to cease….cry some more libs
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So becasue of al-Qaeda you are perfectly happy to have someone like WEST vote away our freedoms. Well then al-Queda has won … because if you listened to G. Bush he said they attacked us becasue of our freedoms; and you yourself just said they want our way of life to cease. So if we end our way of life thru NDAA then how is that good? And better yet, how preserving the Constitution liberal – isn’t being weak and liberal giving in to the threat and handing over our freedom? Isn’t liberal giving the givernment even more power than the Founders wanted them to have? Then you sir have a very odd definition of liberal if you think preserving freedom and liberty is liberal.
Don’t you even see it, by giving up our Constitutional Freedoms al Qaeda is WINNING … CAN’T you people see that is what they want???
Report Post »Dobroist
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 2:18pmNobody is BLAMING West for it, but many are wondering WHY he would vote for it. Anyone who would vote FOR it is either stupid, or a COMMIE, or both.
Report Post »FreedomsQB
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 9:38pmReally??? The NDAA make us safer,,, from who? You have more chance of being killed this year by a flying campaign cork than a terror attack… The War on Terror is a War on Our Freedoms!. The NDAA took every Right you had and, at the Presidents whim, stole them!
Report Post »Real, Strong, Independent Americans who love Liberty more than fake, feel good safety, reject the NDAA as Tyrannical.
jackact
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:00amRep West is an American Patriot with the intelligence that is so absent in Obama.
Report Post »I can only hope that Obama’s total failure, as a black president, will not hurt West’s chances to be POTUS one day.
On the other hand who can blame the electorate of being apprehensive to vote for another minority ever again.
We are not racists in America.
But we sometimes do learn from our mistakes.
Obama was the biggest mistake America ever made.
We will be paying for this for years to come.
TEXASGRANNY73
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:32am“We are not racists in America but sometimes learn by our mistakes” is racist. The mistake was not because Obama was black or is black. Does liberalism and philosophy have a color? This country voted for a community organizer with intent on changing our culture and no one would listen at least those who voted for him. Rep. West has a different philosphy and that is the point. Good grief.
Report Post »enduro
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:58amthank god for tea party candidates. liberalism is dying.
Report Post »tradexpertbuysell
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:09amHow about a Walker West Presidency!?
Prooven heros of Godly virtue.
Report Post »sandlakebob
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:57amThank God there are Americans like Allen West still out there !
Report Post »lisalake
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:57amHe talks the talk alright… but beware. Check his voting record. It reveals he doesn’t walk the walk.
Report Post »RJJinGadsden
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:08amOkay, can’t agree with his complete voting record myself. But, in your mind, who do you support that is clean as driven snow to replace him that is from his area? C’mon now, you seem to be telling us that you know better, so let us know.
Report Post »Well, I haven‘t lived in Florida since the ’70s and have no vote in this dog fight. But Allen West certainly has my moral support, and always will.
13th Imam
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:33amFacist. The new word of the day. maybe replacing “Racist”. Did Mr West load up earmarks for his district,vote against them, then accept the cash?? Please name the PERFECT politician.
Report Post »tajloc
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:36amno trolling here
Report Post »Navyveteran
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 12:38pmRJJinGadsden
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:08am
Okay, can’t agree with his complete voting record myself. But, in your mind, who do you support that is clean as driven snow to replace him that is from his area? C’mon now, you seem to be telling us that you know better, so let us know.
Well, I haven‘t lived in Florida since the ’70s and have no vote in this dog fight. But Allen West certainly has my moral support, and always will.
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No one is perfect and if Alan West had only clung to the Constitution I would be fine with him, I could perhaps excuse ObamaCare vote, but to vote for the Unpatriot Act and NDAA he has no defense as that he isn’t perfect. He has a track record of being a progressive if not an enemy to the Constitution!
Report Post »vieteravet
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 1:20amHe’s a freshmen, he has to vote with the party some of the time. You vets out there you know; we argue our pointif we lose, we salute and say, “Yes Sir!”
Report Post »Smokey_Bojangles
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 8:40pmObama hate outweighs any lack of positive record any Republican could have. Next week Allen West could come out of the closet,slap a baby,but call Nancy Pelosi a Commie and yell “Kill Arabs”, and the same people would love him just as much.A Voting Record means squat.
Report Post »PATRIOTMAMA
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:55amLove IT!!!! I only regret that I’m not in his district to cast my vote for him. Gonna put my money where my mouth is though and support him through a donation to his campaign. We need to support those brave souls that serve us the way they were meant to. Honestly and with a humble and grateful heart. This man isn’t afraid to stand and tell it like it is. We need more like him and if we support them when they come along, it will inspire and enbolden more like him to stand up and be counted. Great job Allen, please keep going. You not only represent your constituancy you represent me and my children. Thank you for your service and your unending bravery. May God bless you and keep you and keep up the great work you’re doing.
Report Post »grudgywoof
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:04amAllen West is awsome! How great would it be to have a man like that as president. I’m getting verklempt just thinking about it. God bless you sir.
Report Post »dsm
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:55amLove it!!!! West would make an awesome president.
Report Post »RepubliCorp
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:54amWaiting for the Kook Paulbots to come out of the woodwork to slam West. The NeoLibs hate him
Report Post »qpwillie
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:03am@Republicorp
Oh they’re here (see comment by lukerw). They just haven’t worked up to their usual frenzy yet.
Report Post »cykonas
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 9:39amI can’t speak for all RP supporters, but I‘m having too much fun watching the Republican establishment types pee their pants over the latest story that’s posted for one of theirs. The other day in posts on the CPAC poll favoring Rubio for VP he was “the man”. Today it’s Allen West. Who’s it going to be tomorrow?
I happen to like both of them, and voted for Rubio. I‘m in FL but I don’t live in Wests’ district. If I did I would more than likely vote for him too. It’s just really funny watching all the kids gush and swoon every time there is one of these favorable stories. Don’t worry though; chances are good that you will grow up one day. Peace.
Report Post »RepubliCorp
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:58pmSon of Paul has the bots peeing their pants….. if ya want to talk funny.
Report Post »Ron Paul = Romney’s wing man ( you have been sold-out)
trappedinwv
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 1:56amYeah because you can’t like more then one candidate can you? Guess what, there are thousands of positions to be voted on and filled by as conservative candidates as we can get for each and every one. Even if RP is voted in as President, he is going to rely on hundreds of conservatives and republicans to go along with his plan. I really wonder how you RP supporters think he is the one and only and he can do it all on his own.
Report Post »cykonas
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 6:56am@TRAPPED
I can help you understand that. Look at RP’s long term voting record. Compare it to the Constitution of the US, paying special attention to the enumerated powers that are specified therein to the Federal government.
Look at the long term voting record of any other Federal legislator(s) that you care to introduce to the discussion. How do they match up? It’s really not hard if you (1) keep your eyes open and (2) shut out the media crap that is spewed everywhere.
Not sure what you mean by thousands of positions. I can only vote for 1 President, 1 VP, 1 US Rep, 1 US Senator (this time), a State Rep, a State Senator, and around a half dozen local positions. Not sure where you are voting that you have thousands. Maybe we should do some more voter roll purges. Peace.
Report Post »cykonas
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 7:06am@Republicorp
Report Post »You’re absolutely right. I have been sold out. I‘ve been sold out by the D’s. I‘ve been sold out by the R’s. We all have, partner. I pray every day that more Americans realize the ugly truths of our two party system and that our country will begin to change direction in what I consider to be a positive direction. Back to our roots. Back to our Constitution. I hope that you, and those like you, are along for the journey. Peace.
love the kids
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:54amWhat a greeat man. I bet is is also “Dead to the white house”. How dare he think that Americans are great.
Report Post »407west
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:52amThat’s right Allen, take it to them! If I send you a check will the DEM’s cry foul- not fair! I’m not related to the Koch brothers, and will I be called Racist….
Report Post »scrapadapolis
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:52amLadies and gentlemen the president of the United States Of America….Allen West….
Report Post »Gonzo
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:17amI do think that a record of military service should be a requirement to hold the office.
Report Post »blackyb
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:51amGoooooo West. I am on your team.
Report Post »CABERNETQHS
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:51amI love that man! God bless him, we need him in the WH.
Report Post »Bamabelle
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:51amThis guy is awesome, I wish he was my congressman!
Report Post »deimos
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:51amI am an American and I approve of this message.
Report Post »AmericanPatriot
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 12:47pmLOVE (and agree with) your post!
Report Post »Jezcruzen
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:50amI’ll saddle up and ride with that man any day!
Report Post »lukerw
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:49amI love his TALK… but not his Washington WALK!
Report Post »Inlightofthings
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:59amUnfortunately, it seems there’s a little politician in all of them eh?
Report Post »13th Imam
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:23amPlease name the PERFECT politician.
Report Post »Inlightofthings
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:45amI’m ILOT, and I approve that message. Great job Mr. West.
Report Post »johnjamison
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 7:54amAllen West voted for the NDAA bill that all by itself negates any positive he might do.
Report Post »Inlightofthings
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:08amJOHN:
Report Post »Like I said to LUKER, “Unfortunately, it seems there’s a little politician in all of them eh?”
Blazebanned
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:28amYes, West voted for ndaa, so did others,how about whining about them.So many of you so called conservatives as a hypocritic as all on the left.Get out of your box,and see the whole picture,i dont like ndaa but it doent mean West didnt have a reason for his vote.
Report Post »Inlightofthings
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 8:49amThe fact is that it was part of a $662 billion spending bill; the root of the problem in my opinion. A Federal judge recently ruled that the NDAA is unconstitutional and bans Obama from indefinitely detaining Americans. The language was not tight relative to terrorists. So it looks like the process of checks and balances is working. The Judge was appointed by POTUS Obama oddly enough.
Report Post »johnjamison
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 10:04amHey blazebanned,
This story is about West so I bring the facts about West. When reports about other politician come up the first thing I do is post how they voted on a agenda that destroys most of the first 10 amendments of the Constitution. Fact is that Congress didn’t have the Constitutional authority to pass the NDAA.
And there isn’t reason on the planet that West could say to justify his actions in supporting it.
Any peopl willing to tradfe freedom for security deserve neither freedom or security and will end up with neither.
The NDAA did nothing but move the enemy of our freedom from the middle east to the Mid Atlantic. And while I have nothing but resepct for the action Col. West took to save soldiers lives in a war zone.
The actions he took in D.C. ARE UNFORGIVABLE. Anyone who can justify those actions because partisan politics or personal feeling towards a politician by extention are also enemies of the people.
You need to wake up before yor realize that you helped build your own prison
Report Post »jespasinthru
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:13amJOHNJAIMISON said: “Allen West voted for the NDAA Bill that by itself negates any positives he might do.”
Report Post »I beg to differ. After all, Ronald Reagan passed the first illegal alien amnesty bill, and it was a disaster for the country. But that certainly didn’t negate all the positives that he accomplished during his term as president. I think some of you posters were paid by the Opposition to come here and cut down Allen West, who has already proven that he is the kind of leader we need in these very interesting times.
theblazerunner
Posted on June 12, 2012 at 11:50amjohnjamison,
nailed it.
Report Post »Wildblue3
Posted on June 13, 2012 at 9:57amJJ, I understand you don’t like the MDAA bill but compromises need to be met or no progress is made. You can’t vote like a republican all of the time. Sometimes the Dems have good ideas too once in a blue moon.
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