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Santorum After Ames Boost: ‘Voters Rallied Around Our Message’

Santorum Boosted With Fourth Place FinishWhile many strategists have predicted over the last week that the Ames Iowa straw poll would come down to Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann, Texas Rep. Ron Paul or former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty, the fourth place finish seemed up for grabs. For a campaign frequently self-identified to be depraved of mainstream media attention, Rick Santorum‘s fourth place finish in Saturday’s Iowa straw poll comes as a major victory for the former Pennsylvania senator and his supporters. WSJ reports on the strong social conservative‘s biblical reaction to Saturday’s results:

“’All I can say is I feel very good looking at the people above,’ Mr. Santorum said, calling himself ‘the fine wine candidate,’ as in, ‘we will age very well.’

And the other candidates? He said he had a good quip but it would get him in trouble. Suffice it to say, ‘there are other vintages,’ he concluded.

‘You know what? David went in with Goliath and didn’t do so bad.”

Santorum said Saturday morning that a fourth or fifth-place finish would be enough to keep his campaign afloat.

“If we can crack the top five, maybe even fourth, that would be a good finish for us,”

In Santorum’s speech in Ames this afternoon, the Republican presidential hopeful said he’ll never back down from his focus on social issues, including opposing abortion and fighting gay rights.

Santorum said the GOP has to be about more than just cutting taxes and spending, going on to point out that those who want to ignore social issues don‘t understand the party and they don’t understand Iowa.

Santorum told activists at the straw poll that “I will not back down” on pushing those hot-button issues. Santorum says his candidacy has been written off by much of the media. But he says he‘s campaigned for the state’s leadoff caucuses more than any of his GOP rivals and will continue to do that.

Santorum has made more trips to Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina than most of the other 2012 Republican presidential candidates. Following Saturday’s encouraging finish, the Santorum campaign released a statement entitled ‘Santorum Momentum Builds’:

“The press and pundits had written us off and chose to ignore our message. But voters rallied around our message, that America will be great again if we elect a President who has the record of results through proven leadership. Today, the people of Iowa sent shock waves through the political establishment and our success though does not end here in Ames today, but moves forward to the Caucuses and beyond.”

The Associated Press contributed to this article.

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  • Tom21773
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 10:18am

    Fox News gave themselves a lot of credit for that debate. While they did ask some relevant and tough questions, that some of the candidates refused to answer, they are just as involved in attempting to control who the presidential candidate will be as any other lamestream network.They need to clean up and become “fair and balanced”.

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    • boxy
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:09pm

      Honestly dude what can you use as a standard for fair and balanced in the media today. If you look at fox as bias its bias. If you compare it to EVERYTHING else its fair an balanced.

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  • dissentnow
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 10:15am

    And by “rallied” he means “coming in at a distant 4th place.”

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  • cloudsofwar
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 10:00am

    Headline: Rick, talk about spin. No chance Rick.

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  • RoBoTech
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:48am

    Hot button issues, eh Rick?
    Then why don’t you talk about Illegal Immigration when you travel around?
    An problem issue that has tendrils in every problem issue we face. And we can’t even ASK how much od a problem it is!
    Well, it’s not just you, Rick, it’s every GOP Candidate. ALL want to stay away from that issue.
    Huntsman, in the debate last week, would not even say what he would do other than seal the Borders. well, his past record shows what he would do. Huntsman is an Amnesty hound, simple as that.
    And here’s a clue, Rick. when you go somewhere to speak, don’t wait for someone to question you about Illegal Immigration. Start the conversation yourself and see the passion in room kick up a couple of notches.
    Yeah, Illegal Immigration is usually 4-5 steps down in most polls, but if you don‘t get that it’s actually JUST as important to most voters as ANY issue, you are missing the big picture.
    I won’t hold my breath for ANY GOP Candidate to start the conversation on Illegal Immigration. And that‘s why I don’t trust a single one of them. They just don’t get it.

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    • Sicboy
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 9:49am

      Proof read your crap before you post. Please.

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  • KARP4CY
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:43am

    A number of Ron Paul supporters have chimed in here. As someone that took part in yesterday’s event in Ames, I have to say that, at times, the Ron Paul supporters in attendence were often hard to distinguish from the mob that took up residence in the Wisconsin statehouse last spring. While I can appreciate Mr. Paul‘s rigid adherence to the Founders’ foreign policy stance, it is unlikely that they ever considered a situation where a neighbor of an unconditional ally would be developing a weapon capable of wiping our friend off the globe, along with a public stance to follow through with it.

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    • 3monkeysmomma
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 10:19am

      If Ron Paul were president he would cut off the life blood to all these radical mid-east countries; oil revenue and american foreign aid, and you will see them wither on the vine.

      Right now we CAN”T start another war, no matter how right you think it is, we don’t have the resources.

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    • CreepingDeath
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 10:47am

      I agree with this statement, Ron Paul talks a big game, but he cannot do all he is promising in 4 years. No way in hell we will cut off the ME from oil, we don’t even get the majority of our oil from the ME. The largest part of Iran’s oil exports go to China. The rest of ME oil goes to, India, Europe and then the US. We won’t be able to get to maximum out put in oil production for 10 years, and every time it is discussed about drilling, the Green Mafia in the Interior department does it’s best to block every avenue of production. We’ve got a structural problem with bureaucrats being appointed by Democrats, them in turn donating to their respective union or PAC, than that PAC giving the money back to Democrat candidates or election funds. It’s a big money laundering scheme.

      Unfortunately, RP is assuming a political stance on foreign policy that is divorced from reality.

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    • eternalhostility
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 7:30pm

      So what do you suggest we do about it. Iran is currently developing these weapons. They will ALWAYS try to. Should we nuke them? You morons that didn‘t like Paul’s Iran answer haven’t thought this through. Shall we just fight perpetual wars?

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    • Libertarian
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 9:39pm

      @Karp4cy,

      So you don’t think the founders (masters of history) understood that the Roman empire was using Hasta, Bow’s, Javelins etc.. to defend themselves? That throughout history weaponry, like any industry or science innovated? You think our founders were that obtuse?

      You sound like the liberal progressives, they use “the founders could not have imagined” for every issues from economics, social, trade, war, terrorism, foreign policy et al. The founders planned for changes, it is called Article V of the US constitution.

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    • KARP4CY
      Posted on August 17, 2011 at 11:40am

      Progressives rely on the results of academic exercises for their policy justifications, and not concrete global realities. Make the case for me that any sense of stability remains after the eradication of Israel. Mr. Paul’s assertion that the Iranian situation is in any way comparable to that presented by the Cold War Soviets is disjointed. At the end of the day, the Soviets loved their children. Make the case for us that the same concerns exist with the Islamists.

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  • jose wasabi
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:00am

    Santorum backed and campaigned for Arlen Specter, anything else you need to know about him?

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    • 13th Imam
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:21am

      Just looked back at “Rick Perry supporting Al GWhore”

      At the time in 1988, Al GWhore, opposed federal Funding of Abortion(don’t know if he supported any abortion?), supported a moment of silence, approved support for the Contras, and was against the ban on interstate handgun sales, At that point Perry was a Conservative Democrat, Al took a Left turn, and Perry switched sides. Be careful how one issue dopes couch their arguments,

      PS this came from Alan Colmes site so is already based in the Socialist tradition.

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    • Islesfordian
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 9:57am

      He did that at the request of Bush. Being loyal to your President and your party isn’t the worst of sins. Ever hear of Ronald Reagan?

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    • babylonvi
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:13pm

      EXACTLY, Santorum, Romney and Perry are ALL Globalist Republican Establishment who would lead us into oblivion of tyranny just like BHO. At the national establishment level, there is no difference between the ‘Red or Blue’ establishment. They are all centralizing power, reducing freedoms and liberties and selling us down the river to the UN and the NWO.

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  • rickroland
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 7:21am

    Hey, Rick, almost no one “rallied around” your message. You don‘t have a snowball’s chance.

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    • walkwithme1966
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:37am

      RIck needs to get out now while he still has some money left – he doesn’t have prayer of getting the nomination!! http://wp.me/pYLB7-1nP

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    • Islesfordian
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 10:10am

      Actually, with Pawlenty now out his chance of taking second or even first in Iowa is reasonable. Bachmann’s support is soft. Santorum has a good ground presence and if he builds on that he could take many of Pawlenty’s supporters and keep them from going to Bachmann or Perry. I doubt Paul will do as well in the Caucas as in the Straw poll. People DO remember that McCain was dead in the water at this time. Rick’s real problem is that, as good as he is there are too many others who seem good too. He just has to wait out for second thinking to settle in regarding the others whose greater support is based upon more wishful excitement rather than known track records. I like Michelle, but I think it is rel wistful enthusiasm to think she will last well under the pressure. She already started to sound a little tinny last week.

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    • drattastic
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 11:36am

      Santorum is looking for a VP nod ,he will hold on and try and gain enough mojo to work his way into running mate status.

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    • TroyBray
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 11:40am

      Maybe not. He probably won’t win the nomination, but it is good to hear his voice in the argument. The more choices the better, in my opinion. I’d really like to see Sarah get in the race, too. Bring Rick on. Let’s see where people are, and weed out the weakest ones, like Pawlenty. His performance in the debate was pathetic, attacking Bachmann. Weak one out. Santorum is fighting for the same voters as Bachmann, and a lot of people think Bachmann, with Santorum in a close second, but let’s see what happens with Perry and Palin.

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  • gmoneytx
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 7:13am

    Keep believing the straw poll means something, and some warm milk before you go to bed will help you sleep…Mommy, do you believe in Santa Claus?

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  • IowaWoman
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 5:47am

    I voted for Rick in the straw poll. He was able to sway me from my original choice just 2 days before the poll. I am not easily swayed. I believe the media ignored him here.

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    • Bluegill
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 7:12am

      He reminds of bill O’reilly because neither know much about Economics. Santorum didn’t impress me with his call for Manufacturing, yes we need Manufacturing but if you create a business friendly environment all boats will be lifted.

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    • KARP4CY
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:20am

      BGILL: for someone that “doesn’t know much about economics”, it is curious that Santorum is advocating precisely what you are recommending. We all have to stop taking for granted the spewage being offered by the TV punditry.

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    • Mizurax
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 9:58am

      That’s just sad. He says a few things that you wanted to hear, and you immediately jump **** to him? Do you know anything about his record? About what he’s supported in the past? Who cares, huh?

      As for the manufacturing nonsense he discussed, I’d say this shows how stupid this guy is. How is this any different from subsidies for oil companies? Someone explain to me why manufacturing should get to pay 0 taxes while every other company has to pay something. This is your solution Rick? More wealth redistribution? GTFO.

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  • jungle J
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 4:44am

    santorum is a loser.

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  • ArmedPrincess
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 4:12am

    Santorum sounded so desperate while getting slapped around by Dr.Paul at the Iowa straw poll. He showed no leader ship qualities. I can’t believe Glenn advocated for him. He’s a loser & a RINO.

    For Liberty, Ron Paul 2012!

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    • DagneyT
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 6:37am

      You’re joking, right? Santorum is a reliable conservative. You Paulites wouldn’t recognize a conservative if you had one staring you in the face.

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    • qpwillie
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 7:28am

      You Paulies need to get on board with the rest of us and help get the present regime out of there while there still MIGHT BE time. Sure, laud your candidate for the nomination to the rooftops but that doesn’t necessitate smearing EVERYBODY else who might be there to help achieve our most urgent goal.

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    • Armed Patriot
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 7:54am

      @ArmedPrincess… what is the single biggest issue that makes you support Ron Paul. Pick just one, I have a theory about his support. Is it legalizing all drugs, no foreign wars, or?

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    • RoBoTech
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 9:34am

      In my VAST experience in the last 3 years, a lot “Paulies” have the exact tactics and mentality of Obots.
      I don’t believe Paul is like that, but his his supporters are nothing more than hate filled, in your face zealots. And THAT is why Paul will ever be a real candidate.
      Not becuase of paul, but because some of his supporters, quite frankly, is as insane as any Move On types.
      Paulies, if you don’t like what I said, guess what, I DON”T CARE WHAT YOU LIKE. The truth hurts, huh.
      As a Conservative, I am about as sick of “Paulies” as I am of Progressives..

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    • Tom21773
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 10:12am

      Ron Paul??? Weren’t you listening to the debate. I’m a Libertarian, but this guy is campaigning for anarchy!!

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    • 3monkeysmomma
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 10:22am

      dayet:

      Ron Paul has the most conservative voting record of anyone running. THAT IS AN INDISPUTABLE FACT.

      Perhaps it is you who wouldn’t recognize a conservative.

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    • psadie
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 11:41am

      Santorum doesn’t know history, the Constitution or finance. He is WEAK; that is why we voted him out of Pennsylvania.

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    • psst
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 11:54am

      Dagneyt said:”You’re joking, right? Santorum is a reliable conservative. You Paulites wouldn’t recognize a conservative if you had one staring you in the face.”
      —-
      Yes. He would be a hell of a lot better than Mitt or Perry , that’s for sure.
      Paul has some very good ideas. Looking into the Fed Reserve and and other unconstitutional government agencies/programs.
      But on the other hand, he’s off the reservation w/ anything goes.Some of his beliefs are right down a slippery slope.Not that I wouldn’t take him over Soetoro. Mitt and Perry are both NOW candidates.
      Santorum would make a good president. Though I think it’s a very long shot. Lack of money for one, being marginalized by the MSM, including Fox.
      Just watch the MSM pick the republican candidate. Again.
      Either Mitt or Perry,both NWO/OWG/Bilderberger candidates.Perry cane in just in case Mitt falters.
      The NWO wants either Mitt,Perry or Soetoro. All are their creations.Though Soetoro wears his marxism on his sleeve.

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    • Islesfordian
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 1:57pm

      @Psadie

      If you‘re not a democrat plant or ronbot Santorum was voted out because his support for Specter in 2004 eroded his base and the dems ran Bob Casey Sr’s son as a pro-life Democrat, what a con that was.

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    • ArmedPrincess
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:19pm

      @ DagneyT,

      No I am not kidding, & you rank and file Republican sheep can just keep on voting for the same worthless imperial foreign policies, & stick it to our Grand kids monetary future, because it doesn’t affect you. Santorum, Bachmann, West, & all the others are just different shades of the same old color that brought us the royal Bush family, & the Clintons. Wake up, all you anti-Ron Paul peoples arguments are weak and uninformed. Either you don’t understand where Lt. Col.(Ret) Dr. Paul comes from, or you have no idea who George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, or what any of our founding principals are. The farther you take us from the constitution the worse it will be.

      Once more, For Liberty, Ron Paul 2012!

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  • ScarletRose
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 3:46am

    So Rick Santorum thinks a 4th place with 1,657 votes of nearly 17,000 is a BUMP UP in this race for him?

    That is really optimistic of him. He must think he is the man we used to think he was.

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  • mamaleary
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 3:12am

    It has come to me in the last couple of days that I hear the conservative candidates speaking about principles, values and integrity. When the liberal/progressives speak all I hear is “we need more money for…” (insert whatever is the fad social program). I want someone who knows what THEY believe, not what they think will get them elected. I want someone who is going to NOT back down on those principles they espouse. I want someone who is articulate and intelligent, not simply a good reader with a bit of charisma on the side. Many of the candidates for the Republican party are those things. I would like to hear more from Santorum, feel that Bachmann and Pawlenty cancel each other out. I love the way Cain speaks… probably because I don’t hear “politician” in his voice. And someone that need more looking at is Thaddeus McCotter. He looks a little droll, but in the interview I saw he was clear and articulate, informed and it seemed in touch with the wants of the people. I think it will be an interesting race between Perry and Romney. Both have good ideas (and good hair), that they articulate well, but I think Perry has more backbone than Romney.

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  • debbieschreib
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:44am

    rick speaks his mind,,, and no they don’t all suck …. ron paul …. constitutionally sound, but he doesn’t have the first idea of what is happening in the rest of the world … bachman, santorum, cain, there are many to choose from … all sound

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    • 13th Imam
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:26am

      Dittoes

      I’m tired of the “mine is bigger than your’s” one issue politics.. Paulites exhibit this the worst

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  • m14kid
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:37am

    Santorum is a war mongering neocon. Their time is up. Time to move on Rick and stop whining like a little baby like you did in the debate. And it wasn’t like it was even a close 4th place finish…..

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  • TulsaYeeHaw
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:23am

    This guy bothers me. Can’t quite articulate it yet, but I don’t trust him protecting my freedom. OF COURSE, that isn’t saying a whole lot, considering the times.

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    • 59 Fender Pro
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:31am

      When it comes to protecting my freedom, Santorum is the only candidate I heard make the case for the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. The Constitution is the how, and the Declaration is the why. He clearly pointed out that without the Declaration we may as well be France. As for my freedom, the senator is the only candidate other than Dr Paul that believes the 2A is for the defense of liberty and nit just for hunters. He actually takes his sons to the range to practice shooting skills with pistols as well, that tells me where he stands, that and an A rating from GOA. He got my vote at the straw poll, and I will be working on the ground to promote him here in Iowa.

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    • Amma K
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 9:10am

      I don’t have a problem at all with Rick Santorum. Right now I will vote for ANYONE that is up against Obama!!!!

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  • lucktsm
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:21am

    I think Rick looked good at the debate despite the fact that the plan was to ignore him for the most part.
    I also think Newt had a great showing he seemed fired up for sure and I liked Michelle Bachmann the most.

    I just keep telling myself, it took a Jimmy Carter to get a Ronald Regan, well since this president is worse then Jimmy, I am hoping for a very strong candidate from the conservatives.

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  • Shiroi Raion
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:19am

    I had a hard time choosing. I liked Bachmann and Santorum the most, followed by Paul and Cain. Pawlenty and Huntsman were my least favorites. Santorum was great with the Lincoln quote: states don’t have the right to do wrong.

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  • Crakaveli
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:05am

    the blaze staff couldn‘t be any more obvious in their attempt to promote one of glenn beck’s favorite candidates.

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  • bardy
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 1:21am

    I like Rick Santorum. Smart conservative that knows how to get things done and doesn’t take any crap. Surprised that he didn’t get much traction. Hope he continues to escalate in the polls and the people start listening to him. His voice should be heard.

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    • the hawk
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:00am

      I Like this man !
      He is my favorite !
      WILL GIVE HIM $$$$$ on monday !!

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    • thepatriotdave
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:02am

      I like him to. The biggest problem I have with him is that he can’t win the primary, and most assuredly could not win against the Obama re-election machine.
      Someone that has Ricks ethics and morals is Allen West, but unlike Rick, HE CAN BEAT the Obama machine. We need to draft Allen West to run for Prez!

      http://www.AllenWestforPresident.us
      It’s time for a real leader!

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    • Okie from Muskogee
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:42am

      @PatriotDave

      Allen West who sold out the TEA party and voted to spend MORE! the Allen West who voted against beginning the defunding of Obamacare! 

      Both FACTS. Allen West sold out! Rick Santorum flip flops too! Guess your consistent in liking flip flops. Have the honor and integrity to admit these are facts! How do you trust anything these men say when they flip flop right in front of you? Why won’t you be honest to yourself? Stand in Truth and truth is these mean flip flop and have no principle to be consistent! 

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    • mickie4
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 8:10am

      I agree. I like Rick. He was my Senator and is a true Conservative, hard worker and good family man.
      Just might be the best one in the bunch.

      Taking a careful look at Perry as he seems to have some issues…… like his support of Giuliani also Aga Khan, his wanting to give those cancer shots to ALL young girls and the thing about the 2 mile wide highway from Mexico to Canada (is he for it?)

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    • Wilma
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 11:41am

      I won‘t wait until Monday to donate to Santorum’s campaign. I have always liked his views since his days on Greta’s show. BTW, Glenn Beck has not yet endorsed Santorum.

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  • TumbleBumble
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 12:41am

    “Santorum said the GOP has to be about more than just cutting taxes and spending, going on to point out that those who want to ignore social issues don‘t understand the party…”

    He’s 100% correct. I’m glad he understands.

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    • Git-R-Done
      Posted on August 15, 2011 at 4:55am

      Santorum is correct on that one.

      Fiscal and social issues aren’t separate issues from each other like the media and academia would have you believe.

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  • stumblemouth
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 12:38am

    The Santorum campaign was DEPRIVED of mainstream media attention. The mainstream media is DEPRAVED, though. Interesting Freudian slip, Blaze.

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    • Transmogrifier
      Posted on August 15, 2011 at 11:12am

      It’s not a Freudian slip, it’s an indication that illiterate mouth-breathers are employed by The Blaze. Same problem, only even worse, at The Daily Caller.

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  • Brady
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 12:36am

    Good job Rick! It’s good to see you showing some strength; you’re a good candidate. We really need to get Pawlenty out of the race, he is a poison pill running around tearing down his Republican brothers (and sisters) as if they were his enemies. A campaign that achieves its recognition by tearing down the front runners instead of targeting the true problems (Obama and socialist policies), is a danger to the whole primary process, and will lead to a weakened candidate entering the final campaign.

    Keep standing up for what you believe Rick, and don’t let the petty politics drag you down; stay above it, that’s where you belong.

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  • afishfarted
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 12:32am

    I‘m thinking that main street America is ready to put in a conservative who’s not afraid to confront social reformers. And I think independents will look to a candidate with priciples, even if those principles don’t completely jibe with theirs. No one is a perfect candidate, but principled candidates draw attention.

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  • psadie
    Posted on August 14, 2011 at 12:29am

    Give it up, Santorum. You go which ever way the wind blows. I don’t think you have an idea of your own that is why we voted you out in Pennsylvania. Weak and ineffective.

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    • Brady
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 12:39am

      Psadie… wow, could you be more obviously a progressive plant? If not, you must be a Ron Paul supporter. I’m starting to see a striking similarity between the mindless zombies that support Obama and the rabid zombies that support Ron Paul. Like everyone that doesn’t see everything their way must be stupid or a sheep/conformist. The extremes simply seem to wrap around and connect.

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    • RepubliCorp
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 1:00am

      BRADY agree! Paulbots are Obnoxious

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    • Chuck Stein
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 1:16am

      BRADY — you nailed it. I will also add that Santorum is a man with a backbone — he would not flip-flop on his support for winning in Iraq and that lost him a lot of support when he last ran for senate.

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    • Islesfordian
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 1:29am

      I voted fror Rick back in 1988 and he was my favorite Congressman and then my favorite Senator. I always knew where he stood and he was the greatest standard bearer for conservative values accross the board. His one mistake was being convinced to play the loyal soldier by the Bush amdinistration and campiaign for fellow “Republican” Specter”. I think that cost him his election two years later, but he might have won re-election if he had MODERATED his stance. But that is not his way. He was pushing the war with Islam hard when no one in Congress wanted to hear it and when the American people didn’t yet understand. He’s the closest thing we have to a Churchill.

      Anyone who doesn‘t like Rick simply isn’t a conservative.

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    • Okie from Muskogee
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 1:32am

      Santorum flipped flopped on intelligent design being taught in school. 
      Santorum voted for Medicare Prescription plan then said he shouldn’t have another flip flop.
      Rick Santorum was first for raising retirement age of social security, the said it should be option and now says it shouldn’t be. Flip flop.

      Rick Santorum does flip flop and his record show it like or not. That is truth and be honest to yourself. 

      @Republicorp
      I am a Ron Paul supporter and because I speak truth on other candidates flaws/lies doesn’t make me bad. It makes me standing in truth. Correct them if they are wrong but you can’t so you just run your mouth and distract. 

      Ron Paul 2012! 

      Again if any above is incorrect on Rick flip flopping show us. If you can not you owe an apology if you have the courage and integrity. 

      Stand in Truth! 

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    • nepanhandle
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 1:38am

      Santorum is just another republican that wants to tell people how to live their lives thats why I support Ron Paul.

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    • TulsaYeeHaw
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 2:24am

      They all suck. Lets just accept it.

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    • DagneyT
      Posted on August 14, 2011 at 6:43am

      Brady, I’m starting to see that pattern too. Only a Paulite [another one] could suggest Santorum was a RINO!

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