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Daniel, NY — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:11:48 GMT

A bunch of new general election polls were released this morning showing Clinton competitive in Colorado... and not so much in Arizona. But the most important poll could be SUSA's survey of California's electoral vote initiative. The results suggest the initiative could pass, though Democrats should not get panicked yet.
Full roundup of all these polls: http://www.campaigndiaries.com/2007/12/morning-polls-and-lots-of-them-colorado.html

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sick of "washington" — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:16:54 GMT

why do they attempt to legitimize a nobody like Imus?

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Carol Anne, Seattle — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:18:48 GMT

The Rutgers women's basketball team defeated Maryland last night (on ESPN2), a fine way to "celebrate" their detractor's return to the airwaves. Go Scarlet Knights!

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karlos — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:19:05 GMT

i personally can't believe these people are going on imus! this man uttered racist statements and got sentenced to 8 months of oblivion and is back on the radio! i've been married 32 years and i can assure you my wife wouldn't let me off the hook if i had offended her in any that badly! hell i'm still hearing about stuff from year 1 i screwed up! IN THE EARLY 70'S 2 blacks used the "n" word on my workroom floor when it started being popular with blacks. as a manager for the us postal service i immediately stopped everyone from working and in a unit meeting informed them that word was not to be uttered on my floor as it was against postal policy. that no race had the right to selectively use it and since my job discription didn't include linguistic referee for determining in which context it was acceptable use of the word would result in immediate disciplinary action! the fact that imus, the rappers and anyone else [including candidates] can't see the seriousness of the offense and let him back on the airwaves disturbes me.

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Greg, Chicago, IL — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:33:18 GMT

I just love this Huckabee guy!I think I'm gettimg on that bandwagon too.

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Dot, Illinois — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:34:36 GMT

Governor Huckabee is an ordained minister, granted, but is that any reason for so many of his questions to be about religious matters? If a professional chef ran for President, would we spend our time asking him about souffles? If elected, Governor Huckabee will face the same issues as the other candidates--let me hear more about his approaches to questions about Iraq, health care, education, etc.

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John, Las Vegas — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:35:07 GMT

Huckabee Does Imus - at first glance, I thought it was another Republican sex scandal.

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David Anders, Pharr, Tx. — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:36:49 GMT

You cant fool or buy people, Mike Huckabee is for real. With no money and just a little publicity he is the man. Im 70 years old, have been a dem, a repub, and independent now. This is the best candidate we have had in my lifetime, he s so perfect he s scarcy and he doesnt tell one audience one thing, and another one thing. I think this election is over, Mike has won it.

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kenn — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:43:58 GMT

OH the affable RACIST that makes everything OKIE DOKIE.What a forgiving world we live in,if your rich and white,you can even determine who might get into heaven.SURPRISE YOU CAN HIDE HERE ON EARTH BUT THE TRUTH SHALL BE REVEALED WHEREEVER YOU GO AND ITS NOT WHAT YOUr thinking<AS chris mattews says so eloquently HHHEEEEH

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Kent, Iowa City, IA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:44:05 GMT

Dodd and Richardson were stupid to go on Imus before the Iowa caucus, didn't anyone tell them that if you asked University of Iowa alum, and U of I fans (who caucus in high numbers) who are the top 5 most respected former Iowa coaches. C. Vivian Stringer will be on everyone's list, and the only women's sports coach that men will list. She is loved in Iowa!

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Bartholemieux Andrews — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:01:05 GMT

I don't believe any person who holds a religious title of any sort (Father, Reverend, etc) should be running for political office in this country. Even the Bible says to give to Caeser what is Caeser's and to God what is God's. One cannot serve two masters and I, for one, don't want a minister legislating my secular exsitence.

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Tom, Monmouth County, New Jersey — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:08:25 GMT

I remember Huckabees original appearance on the Imus show before the rutgers fiasco. It was very impressive but he seemed such a long shot then but his authentic non-focused groups ways I think have helped him immensely. Many of the other people running seem to be taking a page out of the Al Gore 2000 campaign playbook in that they seem to be an amalgamation of a bunch of focused group ideas. I think after 20 years of Bush-Clinton people are looking for more unfocused group "authenticity" whether they be a Republican, Democrat, or Independent.

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Class Warrior, D.C. — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:16:50 GMT

I hope he means it about religious arguments not being part of his president. That would be refreshing, after seven years of God's Annointed starting holy wars and whatnot. But this constitutional "affirmation of life,' to be consistent, would then have to outlaw executions, wars and letting children go hungry...RIGHT, huckster?

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TS, Beavercreek, ohio — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:19:45 GMT

As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints "a Mormon" for the past 23 years, I can not understand how people can say that "mormons are or are not Christian" What right do we have to tell another person what they are or are not?
I am Mormon and I believe in Jesus Christ as my Savior. I believe that he showed us a perfect way to live. I know that he died for all mankind and I know He lives even now and mourns at how His message is used so unrighteously.
What makes someone a Christian is not that they go to church, wear a cross or just claim to be. It is how they live. The choices they make with their time, talents and rescourses and mostly how they treat & act toward others. I try every day to be a Christian. Somedays I'm not so good. For that I'm eternally greatful that He gave us the gift of repentance.

I found this snip tucked away at the bottom of an article this morning, almost missed it.

NBC's Chris Donovan reminds folks of a lesser-quoted speech JFK made in 1960 in Salt Lake City… It might be of note that just 11 days after Senator John Kennedy gave his religion speech in Houston in September 1960, he went to Salt Lake City to give a speech at the Mormon Tabernacle in which he had a few nice things to say about Mormons. "Tonight I speak for all Americans in expressing our gratitude to the Mormon people -- for their pioneer spirit, their devotion to culture and learning, their example of industry and self-reliance. But I am particularly in their debt tonight for their successful battle to make religious liberty a living reality -- for having proven to the world that different faiths of different views could flourish harmoniously in our midst -- and for having proven to the Nation in this century that a public servant devout in his chosen faith was still capable of undiminished allegiance to our Constitution and national interest."

The public servant Kennedy referenced was Senator Reed Smoot, an apostle in the Mormon church, who had to fight a four-year challenge to the right to his Senate seat over questions of whether or not he would be loyal to his religion versus his country. He was re-elected four times. Kennedy explained: "The story of Reed Smoot symbolizes the long struggle of the Mormon people for religious liberty. They suffered persecution and exile, at the hands of Americans whose own ancestors, ironically enough, had fled here to escape the curse of intolerance. But they never faltered in their devotion to their principle of religious liberty -- not for themselves alone, but for all mankind."

-MSNBC
Posted: Tuesday, December 04, 2007 9:06 AM by Domenico Montanaro
Filed Under: Republicans, 2008

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Rodney, Grand Rapids, Michigan — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:23:45 GMT

Huck sure is funny, it's to bad that he is wrong on the issues important to most Republicans.

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MEL JOHN — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:29:16 GMT

HOW CAN U RESPOND W/OUT COMMENTING ON IMUS RECORD?
GEEZ,IM NOT BLACK,BUT FOR HIM TO SAY WHAT HE SAID
& GET A SLAP ON THE WRIST!!AND STILL BE ON THE AIR??
WE'RE IN TROUBLE!!

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I want my Tax money — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:29:20 GMT

This Do nothign democratic Congressis hold up my tax refund, don't they care about hungry children? don't they want kids to have a nice Christmas? don't they want us to be able to pay off some kids medical bills? GIVE ME MY MONEY NANCY PELOSI!!! GIVE ME MY MONEY HARRY REID. You are sacrificing the children to get elected.

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Pete, Orlando, Florida — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:31:08 GMT

The subject is not so much who can go to heaven as who should go to the White House. Imus might want to think about pressing issues rather than pressing buttons. Don, a lot of people don't get a second chance. Make the most of yours.
Oh, and HUCKABEE '08!

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Peter Calvet, Bristol, Rhode Island — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:35:04 GMT

Why would anybody "do" Imus anyway? The man is a jerk with nothing to say except lame jokes. Forget the racist remarks, he is just not very bright.

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Judy Worlet, El Paso Tx — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:35:34 GMT

John in LV: Huckabee Does Imus - at first glance, I thought it was another Republican sex scandal.

You mean, like this:

Cantwell aide arrested in sex sting

WASHINGTON (AP) - An aide to Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., was in federal custody after being arrested on a charge of attempting to sexually exploit a minor.

James Michael McHaney was fired Friday from his job as a scheduler for Cantwell, hours after he was arrested by FBI agents. The FBI said in court papers that McHaney is accused of trying to set up a meeting with a witness posing online as a teenage boy.

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Julie, San Diego, CA. — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:45:01 GMT

"But the most important poll could be SUSA's survey of California's electoral vote initiative."
Was mentioned by another poster..........that is something I would vote FOR! We in CA. are being hijacked by loose & liberal-extreme special interest groups.

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Joe Piccione, Tulsa, OK — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:45:42 GMT

To David Anders: I agree with everything you said, except "this election is over." Huckabee is the real deal, and he deserves our support. Please don't be complacent.

Joe, Tulsa, OK

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Michael Bennett — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:49:14 GMT

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Dave, Tn — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:49:35 GMT

Hey Kenn don't you have some fake nooses to hang some where? Al's got his marching shoes ready.

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jared, houston, texas — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:51:05 GMT

Huckabee says that anyone can go to heaven but omits the fact that he believes it can only be done by accepting his brand of faith. He's such a crooked tooth liar.

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Blue state baby — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:51:53 GMT

Republicans love Imus. Imus is a rich old white man. They certainly don't care if he slandered some young black women.

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Carrie, Eastern Iowa — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:58:36 GMT

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Mala Gosine, Las Vegas, NV — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:59:41 GMT

I like Huckabee. What I would like to say to him is that, "If there is a heaven, it is open to everyone, Christian or non-Christian." He should be able to say with ease that there is only one Truth and that Truth is God which is Love.
I still like him.

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Carrie, Eastern Iowa — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:00:06 GMT

I disagree, Kent. I think Iowans who caucus are smart enough not to put allegiance for a former basketball coach over who will be the best president.

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Joel Rosenbaum, Eatontown, NJ — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:01:44 GMT

Huckabee should have answered the question "can Jews go to Heaven" with the response "Only if they are Registered Republicans!"

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DH — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:04:51 GMT

So let me get this straight. You are covering a radio personality that has been deemed a racist by the media that is "grilling" a presidential canidate that you would not even cover a month ago. Correct?
And from this we are gather what?

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M Sternberg — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:09:27 GMT

Huckabee may not believe in evolution, but he's sure making monkeys out of the GOP hopefuls.

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GAmama — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:11:21 GMT

Mike Huckabee is a breath of fresh air to "politics" because he refuses to become part of the fray. He has character and humility and speaks FROM middle America NOT FROM the Wall Street hustlers nor the monied-strongholds who are ever-hungry for personal power.

Translation: HE's one of US hence the attacks from both the right AND left.

Rasmussen has a new NATIONAL POLL out today. Huckabee is tied for 1st Place! Now, that's exciting!

To learn more about Mike: www.mikehuckabee.com

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Barbara Bowry Colonial Heights,Va. — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:12:28 GMT

i am soooo glad that there is someone running for president that shares my views on important moral issues and yet refuses to condemn others views!
Governor Huckabee you already have my vote,and thanks for taking the high road and refusing to denigrate the other candidates to mke yourself look good!

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Chris Watson a.k.a. "The Bicycling Guitarist," Roseburg, Oregon — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:20:10 GMT

My concern with Huckabee possibly becoming President is his publicly stated denial of the fact of evolution. We should not have anyone in a position of such high office who is so abysmally ignorant of basic science. Would you vote for someone who doubts that gravity happens, or that the earth is flat? His position on evolution is just as wrong and just as ridiculous

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Emmaline — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:22:15 GMT

Do we want a "pastor"/"minister" -- or a president. Where is Huckabee's family -- haven't seen them yet or heard much about them? What about the people he works with in his campaign? Some are carrying alot of "baggage" as well as Huckabee.

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jack chachkes [please use only Jack] New Canaan, CT — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:25:12 GMT

All the candidates that say human life is sacred, and that life begins at conception,do not address sending people to war; or minimizing work injury; or hunger; or inattention to preventive health... Why not?
Isn't it the Christian credo to look after one's neighbor?

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AMADEUS, NEWPORT RI — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:26:12 GMT

i WOULD NEVER EVER VOTE FOR SOMEONE FOR PRESIDENT THAT HAS MINISTER, REVEREND OR FATHER ATTACHED TO THEIR NAME. iTS JUST WRONG. AND I AM GLAD TO SEE OTHER PEOPLE IN THIS FORUM AGREE WITH ME. I AM NOT ANTI RELIGON, IT JUST HAS NO PLACE IN POLITICS. ALMOST EVERY PROBLEM IS THIS WORLD IS CAUSED BY RELIGON. RELIGOUS PEOPLE ARE THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL, ESPICALLY CATHOLIC (THE UNIVERSITY OF PEDOIPHILA). iTS TIME TO RETURN TO SEPERATION OF CHURCH AND STATE. AND ANY PREACHER THAT TELLS YOU HOW TO VOTE SHOULD HAVE THEIR TAX FREE STATUS REVOKED. ONE THAT COMES TO MIND IS BISHOP TOBIN. THE MAN NEEDS TO STAY OUT OF POLITICS. I THINK BISHOP TOBINS PARISHES (RI) NEEDS TO HAVE THEIR TAX FREE STATUS REMOVED.

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Rick in NC — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:26:49 GMT

The huckster sounds good but he is sout of step with much of his own party...evangelicals like him until they find out he isn't going to gas non christians or muslims for them....capitalists hate him because he does believe in a fair system rather than everyman for themselves and go live under a bridge if you cant make it like wall street wants...the libetarians wont like him because he does think there needs to be rules and laws...the neonuts won't like him because he isnt' prepared to jail forever any muslim some soldier boy decides is an enemy of the state...gosh now that I think about it his party is made up of losers...

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DAG, Atlanta, GA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:28:13 GMT

Domernico, you are so right that god gave you the great gift of repentance. It is the gift that keeps on giving and makes religion so popular. What a great deal it must be to be able to screw up, left and right, then wipe the slate clean by repenting. It is kind of a get out of jail free card. It reminds me of a girl I was friends with in college. She used to chastize me for sleeping with women (un I guess they call them one nighters). Then she had a date one night and I did not make it back to the dorm that night. When I saw her the next day, turns out she slept with the guy on the first date. I asked why it was not hypocritical to chastize me for doing the exact same thing she just did. She calmly explained that since I was not christian, I was going to go to hell for my sins. However, she could repent (confessions, born again, you name it) and could wipe the slate clean. And no, she was not kidding. I thought then, wow, what a good deal to be a christian. Screw around, left and right and then seek forgiveness. It is like a lifetime supply of mulligans.

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Roy Niles — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:30:52 GMT

Does either Huckabee or Romney believe in evolution? That's the question that interviewers and opponents somehow fail to ask.

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Gavin, Laramie, WY — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:31:28 GMT

What defines our rights and wrongs? The secular humanist would say from within ourselves and from the majority of popular opinion within our cultural group. Is murder right or wrong? For me it may be wrong, but for you it may be okay, as long as you don't effect me with your murderous ways. What defines what you believe? Where did we get the idea that anything is right or wrong in the first place? Rape, murder, theft, child molestation. Why are they wrong? Are they wrong simply because the majority of popular opinion tells us they are? What if tomorrow 60,70,or 80% of the US decides that child molestation and rape are proper and viable ways for one human to act toward another? Would it then become right as opposed to wrong? Maybe it won't happen tomorrow, but it could in 50 or 100 years. Are we progressing or regressing? Are we continuing to ascend as a nation or will our children and grand children become decadents of a once great nation that abandoned morality and took its place with all of the other once great world powers that whored themselves out with selfish carnality.

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Right Here Left There — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:35:22 GMT

Rodney, Grand Rapids, Michigan WROTE "Huck sure is funny, it's to bad that he is wrong on the issues important to most Republicans". Sorry Rodney but it's you who's funny Huckabee is right on! It's too bad we'll have to hear all of the Liberals like you whine for 4 years after he gets elected but it's more than worth the agravation to save our country from another Clinton/Bush Monopoly.

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Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:35:26 GMT

Hey, "IWANT MY TAX MONEY", your tax money is in IRAQ!! ASK BUSH and his BRAIN to find it for you!

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MIKE LAS VEGAS NEVADA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:41:37 GMT

WELCOME BACK IMUS !

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Dave, Tn — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:42:15 GMT

why do they attempt to legitimize a nobody like Imus?

sick of "washington" (Sent Tuesday, December 04, 2007 11:16 AM)
_______________________________________________

Same could be asked about CNN

Everyone should stay away from Imus. He's the liberal's north eastern racist. Let him stay that way.

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Carol, Riverhead NY — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:42:47 GMT

Freedom of religion in this country, I thought, meant that we are FREE to practice (or not) our faith. This has crossed over so badly that separation of church and state is a joke. I hate it when anyone preaches their religion to me--why do I have to hear about candidates religious affiliations?? If the candidates and our country men and women, kept their religions in their homes and places of worship, instead of constantly comparing one against the other, this country would be so much better. I am sick of politicians, newscasters, movie stars and anyone in the public eye thinking that I care about their choice of faith! Government has nothing to do with religion, at least it shouldn't, except to make sure all you religious folks can practice yours freely. So stop god-blessing me after speeches, and awards shows, etc, and keep it to yourselves.

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Pete, Seattle, WA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:45:09 GMT

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William Kramer, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:46:10 GMT

My idea of a Great President is definitly Huckabee,
he is honest, reliable, intelligent, and most of all
has common sense. This man will get my vote in the
Pennsylvania Primary, and the general election. I
WAS a Democrat, but who the hell, with any sense of
honesty can say the Democratic Party espouses honesty or integrity. I do not accept DEFEAT in any war my
country fights, wright or wrong, I love my country and
will follow my president for we elected him by ballot
to lead us into the future.
desires of the general public.

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Steph, Chicago, IL — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:47:22 GMT

Huckabee is well balanced, genuine, and unapologetically conservative in a way that can really draw people in from both sides of the fence. He is socially conservative and at the same time includes issues like doing right for the environment and children of immigrants under the banner of morality. Way to go Huck! It's about time that someone inspiring ran for office again. Such a contrast to the ever present acrimony in politics these days. It gives me, a jaded 20-something conservative, hope again!

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Josh C. MS — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:48:28 GMT

Huckabee is for real ... I thought that four months ago!! Nice of everyone to finally join us!! Go back and reread his response to the abortion question. ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!! That just won him more support. Way to go Imus. It may have just won him the Presidency!!

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kirt silvers kansas city mo. — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:52:09 GMT

We need to grow up, it is not what I call myself but how my action defines myself. The inclusive but exclusive club mentality is just plane childish. How can the finite fully understand the infinite not pluasible.

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Kris, Keizer, Oregon — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:53:34 GMT

Let's get to Huckabee. This man's personal life will dictate his political life. He is so conservative he makes Bush look like a progressive. He is just plain scarry. Don't believe a word that he says. He believes he is on a higher moral ground.

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DMS, Peyton, CO — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:56:41 GMT

Hey folks, guess what the only thing in the constitution regarding what Imaus said reflects he has the right to say it. That people were offended and believe he is stupid (me for one) is simply the result of him taking advantage of his freedom of speech. I don't believe he should have been fired. If it is OK for rappers and other "musicians" to call women hoes and other derogatory words why is it not ok for a talk radio host. Besides from what I have heard he was pretty equal opportunity. He was perfectly willing to offend anyone at any time. It is called "Freedom of Speech" for a reason. Please tell me exactly what "right" people think they are refering to when they believe they have the "right" to not be offended. I personally am often offended by folks pressing their religion on me or when certain politicians claim that "hispanic immigrants must have documents etc in their own language" or "blacks can't make it because the man keeps them down." Thats funny since every other immigrant group seems to be able to learn american english, and their are alot of blacks that are successful in life without being involved in criminal activity.

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Right here Left there — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:02:35 GMT

Rick in NC. WOW, a Democratic congress with an approval rating of 11% (lowest ever...did you catch that?...EVER and still declining). Democratic congress invested in the United States losing the war, even though the surge is working and we're winning they want us to pull out and be losers. The Democratic party is full of losers. Wait I take that back one of your members avoided drunken driving and mansluaghter charges (Ted Kennedy) so he got a win there. Another Democrat avoided impeachment and divorce (Bill Clinton) so he got a win there I could go on but all of these winners seem somehow so depressing. Go you hairy loser/winning democrats go!

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Left Here Right There — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:05:05 GMT

Carol, Riverhead NY "So stop god-blessing me after speeches, and awards shows, etc, and keep it to yourselves". Amen Carol... Amen

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Everyman, Austin, Texas — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:07:04 GMT

This is how we start out - People jump on bandwagons which then leads to blind endorsements. Huckabee may be the right guy for the job, but there is alot of time between now and the election. We don't need another "compassionate christian" full of one-liners that cannot meet the challenge of the number one job.

http://senate.ontheissues.org/Mike_Huckabee.htm

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Josh C., MS — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:07:08 GMT

Emmaline said: Do we want a "pastor"/"minister" -- or a president. Where is Huckabee's family -- haven't seen them yet or heard much about them? What about the people he works with in his campaign? Some are carrying alot of "baggage" as well as Huckabee.

You may be interested to know that his wife with him alot on the trail. She does however, have a JOB (something that liberal feminist promote) and that his two sons, daughter and son-in-law work for his campaign. Very much Family Oriented. Those that carry baggage do so very faithfully and willingly. That's why he is winning support because his core support is so strong.

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Klynne, Sarasota, FL — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:09:12 GMT

Would you all leave Don Imus alone already. Should he be crucified for his mistake? Would that make all of you so called Christians feel better? What happened to forgiveness - a true Christian value.

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SD — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:10:55 GMT

WELCOME BACK I-MAN!

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Carrie, Eastern Iowa — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:13:49 GMT

Judy Worlet, El Paso Tx (Sent Tuesday, December 04, 2007 12:35 PM)

Maybe the aide was a Republican? Or maybe not. At any rate, it was not a member of Congress so it is hardly comparable. Keep digging, though. I'm sure you will find something other than Bill one of these days.

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Bill, Seattle, Wash. — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:17:44 GMT

"Huckabee Does Imus?" since when is consentual sex between two adults big news these days?

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Ashley, Colorado — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:24:07 GMT

Thank you Carol. I can't help but be suspicious that beneath the affability there's another wide-eyed drooling religious fanatic in Mike Huckabee. The man's ordained, for pity's sake. Makes him perfect for the party of religious hatred and persecution, I suppose, but we've had eight years of faux-Christianity crammed down our throats. Let's stop the bleeding now and cauterize the wound by cutting religion completely out of the governmental sphere, and that includes using it as any sort of justification for controlling other people's life choices.

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Doug Somers Franklin,WI — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:31:53 GMT

If America voted for Bush TWICE, why can't Huckabee be next. George can't spell EVOLUTION, and Mike doesn't believe in it!

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Dusty Hansard Friona, Texas — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:32:41 GMT

Welcome back Imus!!!! And I really am liking this Huckabee ------------doesn't think Extreme Right Or Left------the majority of America needs someone like him!!!!

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DW — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:32:57 GMT

Former Baptist Minister? That has no cache in my book, but former Governor, that says to me that he knows how to get elected, how to manage the store, and how to get a bunch of politicians to do his will. I have been watching him on the Imus in the Morning show for a long time, ever since he was heavy, before his operation. He is a thoughful, smart, humorous individual. There has to be a certain amount of vasilation in a politician or else he becomes so polarizing as to be non-electable. I think Huckaby has what it takes and it should be interesting to see if the Republicans do as well. I, a Democrat, find him more paletable than Rudy, the phoney, or Romney the N.E. Liberal in sheep's clothing, or the Mexcian-loving hero John McCain. I think it would be a heck of a contest between him and Clinton. Who knows, he maybe could beat her if he could expose the woman for the evil person I believe her to be. Edwards is my man, but it won't happen.

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Harold McKee, Morgantown, KY — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:39:49 GMT

I can't say enough good stuff about Huckabee. It is wonderful to see a man that is so comfortable in his own skin. He knows who he is and what he believes. I was completely sick of politics and had decided that even though there were people running that I respected I considered them all just political hacks until I looked closer at Huckabee. I have become sick and tired of political postering and the Washington system of getting, or should I say not getting, things done. It is refreshing to see someone like Huckabee. Even though I have told many that I would let this election pass me by, I am excited about Mike and what he offers America. I just wish we had a congress full of people with the convictions of Mike Huckabee. Well Mike, you have won me over and I will be actively involved in putting you in the White House.

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Laurie, Manasquan, NJ — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:47:25 GMT

I never could get the inconsistency of the "right to life" crowd. They're all for life in a woman's womb but once that life is here it's just not their responsibility. And they do a total 360 on the death penality. If a life is a life than it's a life. If you can justify execution then you can justify abortion. It's just plain and simple. The right tries to spit hairs and they just can't get away with it. If the right can't be consistent with their argument on execution and abortion than they shouldn't have a dog in the fight. A woman's life is primary to the potential life the she may be carrying therefore her rights are primary. Certainly this is so while the fetus must depend on her life to sustain its own. Once the fetus can survive on its own, its life is on a par with hers and there must be an overriding reason to have an abortion, ie, the life of the woman is at stake. This is common sense but the right just feeds on the emotions of the ignorant, the narrow minded, the sexists and the religious.

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Mick — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:49:07 GMT

IMUS rocks!

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michael medford oregon — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:50:28 GMT

your all wrong everyone who believes in heaven gets to go there those of us who believe life ends at death and there is no afterlife get to go nowhere so it is as it always will be. afirming life is a buzzword for antiabortion. if you want the truth ask the whole contry to vote on the issue and then accept the result.then its over and we can move on to the next dumb issue. this does not take rocket science.

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David Anders, Pharr, Tx. — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:53:59 GMT

Huckabee has never said or will never say politically who is eligible for heaven, and as far as his family his daughter was running his one person office, compared to Hillarys big offices everywhere, and as he says he cant wait to take her on. He remembers her every move in arkansas, from calling all people hicks to her gf, to her not using her husbands name till he lost the governors race, and if you think stealing the whitehouse furniture was bad, just wait for the hundreds of stories in just arkansas and college, where she was a known socialist and worshipped a communist whom she wrote a paper over.

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Caroline in SC — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:54:49 GMT

I'm so glad Imus is back just in time for the primaries. I'm already enjoying his interviews and hope all the candidates do his program, even Hillary.

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David Anders, Pharr, Tx. — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:55:33 GMT

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Jeannie — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:57:34 GMT

Great interview by Imus, as usual, but I have a problem with the former Gov's illegal immigration record. I won't vote for him unless he promises to be tough and get the fence built. He sure is likable though, this Huckabee

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Joan , South Bend, IN — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:58:11 GMT

oh good grief---leave Imus alone. Ultimately, he was correct in what the Rutgers' Women's B-ball team looked liked---a group of tattooed thugs! He just said what a lot of people were thinking---but all the self-righteous hypocrites had to stand up to condemn him. Besides, given the First Amendment, what right do any of you have for condemning Imus? You may disagree with him, but I doubt if most of you are as intelligent, well-read, perceptive, and articulate as he is. * * *

Michael Bennett"

Michael,

I doubt you saw the NCAA womens championship game, so I doubt you thought anything about the Rutger's women team one way or another.

And if you were one of the few people who saw the game, before Imus's comments, and instead of being impressed with the skill of both teams you thought the Rutger's women were "ugly whores" (which is essentially what Imus said) then it is no wonder you think that "Imus is intelligent, perceptive, and articulate"

You showed your ignorance further by the following statement: "Besides, given the First Amendment, what right do any of you have for condemning Imus?" Read the First amendment:

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for redress of grievances."

Congress was never involved with Imus, the FCC was never involved in the Imus matter that lead to his termination. Imus on the public air waves called a bunch of young college students who just came off a great season, and called them ugly whores. It was inexcusable. Many people became very upset, and once advertisers knew just how upset a segment of the population was, they pulled advertising, as a result Imus' employers fired him. One of them later paid a huge settlement to him, because Imus' actual contract encouraged this type of "provocative" speech.

The first amendment involves prohibiting the Government from prohibiting speech, it does not apply to individuals. My criticizing Imus' racist comments doesn't abridge Imus' free speech rights.

"What right do any of you have for condemning Imus?"

The same right Imus has to make racist pig headed statements. Just as you have the right to embrace Imus' statements, I have the right to attack them.

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jeff, Eden Prairie, MN — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:59:03 GMT

Allow me to help the Republican candidate with one of Imus's questions, if you must believe in Jesus Christ to go to heaven? Your life depends on it in fact. If you can't see the chaos and destruction that is upon us all on this planet right now, even us comfortable spoiled and blind American's who seem to think they are indestructable, an awakening is coming. Watch Iran, watch Russia, pay close attention to Israel and the calling of their destruction. Watch the European Union, one country, one currency, already larger than the U.S. There is ony one Superpower and it isn't the U.S. This isn't coincidence. Jesus Christ did come and did die for you so that you could have everlasting life but you must except Him and ask Him into your life. A President can't verbally mix religion and politics, but he can silenting lead being led by God. You had better hope one of God's own gets in the White House.

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maggie SF, CA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:02:26 GMT

Daniel:

The CA vote initiative is unconstitutional. Period. Only state legislatures have the power to determine how electoral votes will be distributed - NOT the voters themselves. It's a complete waste of time to even pursue it because it will never see the light of day. It will be challenged immediately, a stay will be issued prohibiting it from going into effect and then the courts will rightfully kick it out of existence.

Carrie, Eastern Iowa

Where did you get your law degree? I suggest you ask for a refund! You cite no legal authority for your claim, because it's in your mind, not in the constitutions or statutes.

This action in California will pass if Hillary is the nominee. The steam will run out if anyone else wins the nomination.

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C.M., San Diego, CA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:05:44 GMT

It's sad to see people constantly degrade those who have a belief in anything at all, specifically religion. For the man who had the issue of his college friend repenting after her one-nighter and saying she had a clean slate: that is not a true christian, she got caught in a contradiction and used religion as her scapegoat. For the man who proclaims that "religion is the root of all things evil?" I feel sorry for you and hope someday you can see how ingnorant that blanket statement really is. We have have religion integrated into the way we live, whether we proclaim to be religious or not. It's in how you treat everyone around you and how you wish to be treated. I am proud to be a christian.

I agree that interviewers should focus more on the issues pertaining to our national and foreign policy rather than religious beliefs. I think Huck is a tremendous breath of fresh air, and having always voted as a democrat since I was legally able to vote, if he gets the nomination, I am seriously considering Huckabee.

One last thing about religion, because 'tis the season...
I don't see any of you who claim to NOT be religious complaining that you get Christmas Day off from work (if you do). Maybe you could sign up to work the day for someone who IS a christian so they can enjoy the holiday for what it truly is: The Celebration of the Birth of Jesus Christ. Enjoy your commercialized day off in His name.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

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Mike T, Watertown, WI — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:11:24 GMT

In case you haven't noticed, it is the press that is raising the religion questions, not Huckabee. He is not trying to force his religion on anyone. In fact, he has said that he would rather be discussing the real issues that would face him as president.

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Kent, Iowa City, IA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:14:51 GMT

I disagree, Kent. I think Iowans who caucus are smart enough not to put allegiance for a former basketball coach over who will be the best president.

Carrie, Eastern Iowa

Are you a University of Iowa graduate? Do you really believe that Coach Stringers appearance in the matter, and the class that she showed (as opposed to Jesse Jackson etc.)on Oprah, and in the press conference did not led to the public out cry, and wasn't the reason Imus lost his job.

What percent of Democratic (not GOP) caucus goers do you think approve of Imus? Very few of the ones I know felt Imus shouldn't have been fired, and those who bleed "black and gold" feel even stronger.

I didn't claim that no Hawkeye alum or fan would support Dodd or Richardson, because they appeared on Imus. But far more Hawkeye alums and fans would use an Imus appearance as a deal breaker than would consider it a plus.

It was dumb.

I do find your defense of Imus interesting. Apparently you didn't find Imus' comments so offensive that it would be political suicide for a Democratic presidential candidate to appear on his show less than a month before caucus. I think you've provided insight into why you always slam Obama.

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Martin, Castalia, NC — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:15:41 GMT

Huckabee may win Iowa or finish second, but the preacher as president campaign ends there - a la Pat Robertson 1988.
A vote for Huckabee is a vote for Rudy G.

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Mike Krauss Milford, CT — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:18:09 GMT

Once again, I'd love to ask all of the Imus critics if they EVER listened to or watched his program? Meanwhile I must say that MSNBC's dismal Morning Joe show hasn't generated any sort of buzz since the I-Man was so unceremoniously dumped back in April. But here we are and MSNBC feels compelled--as it should--to cover the newly reborn Imus program. What a great country!!!

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Tom, Portland, Maine — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:19:11 GMT

Ordinarily I would agree that we should not grill presidential cancdidates on their religious beliefs. however, when someone such as Huckabee makes his religion a central part of his campaign (such as by calling himself the "Chistian conservative" in the race, as he has, mainly to suggest that Romney is not) I think it's fair to ask him. And by the way, he HAS been asked if he believes in evolution, in one of the early debates, and has said that he does not. He's quite clear that he believes that every word of teh Bible is literally true, which is something difficult for many Americans to accept. He is entirely too wedded to his religious beliefs for my tastes, and while it might get him the GOP nomination I don't think it will serve him well in the general election.

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Larry Sorah, Athens, Tennessee — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:24:54 GMT

Mike Huckabee was an unknown to me until recently. Until I took a close look at Mr. Huckabee, there simply was no one that stood out to me to be presidential material. I appreciate the fact he is so geniune. Each trick question he has encountered has been mastered beautifully. He is so cool under fire. He is going to be great for the United States of America. I look forward to casting my ballot for Mr. Huckabee.

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Annie omaha Ne — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:26:23 GMT

Imus hates women. He is truly evil. Its wrong to let him voice his crap on tv.

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Kevin, Seiling, OK — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:29:44 GMT

Another impressive show from Huckabee. I'm still researching but I really love Huckabee's views. He seems genuine which is a refreshing change.

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Shellbell, Toledo,OH — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:36:34 GMT

Hey, Imus screwed up but he sure does do alot on his ranch for little kids with cancer.
I want to know how many kids Huckabee has become a foster parent for--or how many he's adopted.
To use the same argument that a few before me has used, how can you sanction a war that has killed thousands of people and yet worry about the sanctity of life? I don't want another religious freak running this country!

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Jim, Wis., USA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:37:16 GMT

It's a long way to November...
A bandwagon will not get you there.
Time to start talking policies.
And religion in politics is a big one.
Huckabee is one of the few candidates
who is not slinging mud to get ahead
in popular opinion. I admire him for that.

And with the limited campaign support (money),
appearing on Imus is next to free. That's why
he did it, not because Imus is a celebrity,
but because he reaches the rural audiences
who have no idea who Huckabee is right now.

PR, people, you can't win if you don't play.
Even if it is someone know for racial slurs.
Welcome to politics.

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Brian, Norfolk, VA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:39:18 GMT

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pat huntington ny — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:44:15 GMT

Daniel:

The CA vote initiative is unconstitutional. Period. Only state legislatures have the power to determine how electoral votes will be distributed - NOT the voters themselves. It's a complete waste of time to even pursue it because it will never see the light of day. It will be challenged immediately, a stay will be issued prohibiting it from going into effect and then the courts will rightfully kick it out of existence.
Carrie, Eastern Iowa (Sent Tuesday, December 04, 2007 12:58 PM)

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You are right. The US constitution specifically states that the state legislature is vested with this right. Either way, however, I just hope it doesn't pass at all. Typical cheap republican trickery to win elections.

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Noreane, Reeseville, WI — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:48:51 GMT

I saw Huckabee speak 5 years ago. I was so impressed with him at that time that I show a tape of his speach as often as I can to as many as I can. It was not an "I'm running for president" speach. He is a very intelligent man. We need someone like him in the White House. I truly believe he cares about the people.

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Phil, Morton, Illinois — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 20:59:36 GMT

I've aleays liked the Governor. My only reservations about Huck is can he be elected!After reading all these queries on Huck I'm leaning more toward yes.

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Bob - Cranston, RI — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:02:38 GMT

Don Imus rules, always has and always will - hey that's my opinion. Some others may not think so.

We can't live in a politically correct sterile society where everything is wrong according to somebody. You can't have everything be a one way street. You can't be separate and equal. You can't call people names and get offended when someone calls you one. You can't statistically be a minority yet have the majority of aid, benefits and opportunities. We can't be African-Americans, Asian-Americans, Latino-Americans, Irish-Americans, Italian-Americans and all be Americans. America can not be a bunch of special interest groups vying for equality and supremacy. The sooner everyone grasps that reality, the sooner we will become one nation, (for those who this may affend, just stop reading here), under God!

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blake, dallas — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:07:46 GMT

the man is running as the anti-mormon, the "christian leader!" wake up people. why is he even being considered?

this is so, so wrong and it needs to be stopped quickly.

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Barbara C., Pompano Beach, FL — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:12:24 GMT

The funny thing about this interview is that Huckabee very well could go all the way and sometimes, it's not about the money.....in politics, it is about the "C" Factor (Charisma) and right now, Huckabee has been too cute by half with the "C" Factor.

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Mike, Villa Hills, KY — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:18:34 GMT

I think I might get on the bandwagon, too. I think Tom from New Jersey got it exactly right (so far). I don[t see Huck as a professional pol despite his tenure in politics. With the possible exception of McCain and maybe Dodd for the dems, everyone of them seem groomed, to me, for their political ego. blech! enough, already. Huckabee could be for real.

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Jay B., Savage, Minnesota — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:21:17 GMT

Way to go Mike! Right now Huckabee is the only candidate out there from either party that is actually saying things that make sense! In fact, he is the only candidate whose campaign I have EVER contributed to, period, and I did that about a month ago. To me he is saying the right things on almost every subject. But most importantly, I think he can be believed. Whether you agree with him or not on a particular subject, what you hear is what he actually believes. I think we may finally have someone here that actually deserves to be called the President of the United States!

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CCW, San Diego, CA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:42:37 GMT

I don't care whether Huckabee or anyone else believes in evolution, the question is whether the president of the united states will use ideological grounds to rewrite federal scientific research. If they aren't using the best supported science, it harms our country. Bush has hurt the country with policies based on willful ignorance, that has to end.

In response to Michael Bennet - If Imus had said the team looked like tatooed thugs, there would have not been an issue. He didn't say that, instead he chose racist misogynistic terminology that rightly got him fired. Free speech doesn't mean a company has to employ him nor does it mean that listeners have to listen or advertisers have to advertise. He can say whatever he wants on his own soapbox.

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Carrie, Eastern Iowa — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:47:58 GMT

Rick in NC. WOW, a Democratic congress with an approval rating of 11% (lowest ever...did you catch that?...EVER and still declining).
Right here Left there (Sent Tuesday, December 04, 2007 2:02 PM)

Did you catch that the reason the Dems can't pass legislation is because the REPUBLICAN minority and the REPUBLICAN president thwart their efforts? All of a sudden old Georgie boy has fallen in love with his veto pen, and the GOP legislators who once cried foul when Dems tried to block legislation and judicial nominees are acting as a wall to everything the Dems propose that is not in line with what the Republicans want. That would be called obstruction.

Unfortunately, a great number of Americans don't understand that a narrow majority with the opposing party in the White House doesn't mean a whole lot when it comes to passing legislation.

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Matt, Fairifeld CT — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:52:55 GMT

I say: Don Imus for President!

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Cedric, Charlotte — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:54:16 GMT

I guess it's the going rate to handwring over religion. Americans have been pretty religious forever and we've done pretty well. And I think it's more because of our beliefs than in spite of them. Granted I'm a Christian and biased, but look at our history. Christians and people that professed religious beliefs have always run this country, and we are the most powerful country in the world, though we have plenty of flaws.

I say it all the time but the founders never say that religious people couldn't hold office. There is no such thing as separation of church and state if people who run the state go to church. They never intended for there to be some litmus test where religious people couldn't hold office (after all, they were at least believers in a God, even the ones like Jefferson who was far from a fundamentalist Protestant, so they would've disqualified themselves from office under the requirements of some of you.) You can't find enough atheists to hold all the public offices anyway- though it seems like there's plenty on message boards. I don't require a Christian in office- I require someone I respect and agree with to some extent, though I don't pretend that what I believe isn't affect by my religion in some ways.

It's hard to believe anyone seriously believes we're headed for a religious theocracy. What a straw man for people who just hate religion and disrespect religious people. It's alarmist nonsense. This country gets less and less religious in it's public life w/ each passing day. Creationism loses in Kansas and other places, abortion on demand, prayer out of schools and God out of the Pledge of Allegiance, public displays of the 10 Commandments being removed... the forces of secular humanism are on the march! What's the problem?

Granted someone might be able to cite a few examples in the opposition, but it only proves the point-counterpoint of the whole issue. Even if my side isn't losing, it certainly isn't winning. People who think we're "winning" need to look at the fasting, praying, healing, other tongue speaking, proselytizing saints in the book of Acts to see what a real radical Christian looks like. If Huckabee was one of those Christians, perhaps the Christian Christ was, unafraid to speak truth to Roman power and nonbelievers, his answers wouldn't have been so careful and calculated.

(btw, go to youtube and search for the video of this atheist who is supporting huckabee- very interesting)

Calm down. Unlike the way Christians were sacrificed by the Romans, we are both a long way from being able to feed each other to the lions, so we better figure out how to live together. We'll be a better country for it.

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Cedric, Charlotte — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 22:04:18 GMT

heard something interesting on the Tom Joyner Morning Show this morning:

Tavis Smiley said that Huckabee is easily the most palatable Republican for black voters in his lifetime. He pointed out that Huckabee's appearance at the Smiley debate at historically black Morgan State Univ. was impressive and he espoused views on health care, immigration and race relations that appeared workable, sensible and moderate. He said that he's probably the only R candidate in in his lifetime that won't concede the black vote to a Democrat. When asked if he'd vote for Huckabee Smiley said "I didn't say that, now" and laughed and said Huckabee must be put in the context of the Bushes, Bob Dole, Nixon & Reagan, against which Huckabee looks like a godsend to the R party in his view...I just thought it was quite a moment of fairness and candor for a guy who, for all of his intelligence, often presents one side of issues to black audiences w/o fairly explaining the opposition's (usu. Republican) valid objections to them (such as the SCHIP program- a lot of black people would be shocked to see the income levels eligible for the program as the Dems had it configured).

Point being that he feels the most interesting election would be Huckabee vs. Clinton or Obama.

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Lee Holmes — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 22:27:45 GMT

John: Your latest sex scandal actually comes from a Democrat.[Associated Press,Seattle Times Dec.04,2007]. An aide to Sen.Maria Cantwell[D-Wa] has been arrested for soliciting sex from minoraged boys on the Internet.

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Michael Jones, Waynesboro, PA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 22:37:18 GMT

Gov Huckabee, as a presidential candidate, possesses perhaps the most sincere and most genuine character the presidential campaigns have seen in decades, certainly among republicans. The ideas he has brought forward are sound, pragmatic, workable approaches to very difficult issues. My sense is that Gov Huckabee is a person who can work across both sides of the aisle in each chamber and bring forth legislation that makes sense for all America not just poor or rich, employed or unemployed, young or old, male or female, black, hispanic, native, oriental, white, Jewish, Catholic, Baptist, Muslim, of faith, agnostic....AMERICANS. We have a unique opportunity in this nation for the first time, in a very, very long time, to elect an indivdual to the presidency of genuine charater, who also posesses the intellect to lead and face serious issues. For America's sake, please, let's not let it pass ! ! ! Huckabee 2008 !
! !

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JLFuller, Idaho — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 22:39:29 GMT

What else can the man do but refuse to discuss religious doctrine? His opponants would do the same slash and burn on him that they do on Romney. Open the door anymore than is necessary is to invite questions about every archane poorly understood notion ever written by Evangelicals or the SBC. Just imagine trying to talk intelligently about his denominations racist history and whether Baptists are members of the KKK.

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Michael Jones, Waynesboro, PA — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 22:47:19 GMT

Oh, BTW...welcome back I-Man. Get your marketing group working. I reside in the middle of "no I-Man", right next to, what my grandmother referred to as "the jump'n off place". If you don't get a deal with a local station here soon, I'll be dragged closer to the "jump'n off" place. We're Washington/Baltimore ADI, but due to topography, rarely get a clear signal out of Washington or Baltimore stations. Need a strong station in the Cumberland Valley; Harrisburg, PA to Martinsburg, WV....HELP ! ! !

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Bruce, NV — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 22:54:19 GMT

Carol in Riverhead:

When was the last time your freedom to practice the religion of your choice was abridged?

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Tim, AZ — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 23:36:26 GMT

It is debate and free speach. If people don't like Don Imus or Huck or whatever don't listen. Enough of this thought police state crap. Or you could listen and like here opine and what you think. Even unpolite or mean speech is protected. You can offend me all you want and I would still want you to be able to be able to do so. :)

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JD, San Francisco — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:26:45 GMT

Most of you who criticize Imus have never even listened to his program. That is quite obvious.

He is not a "Republican". He voted for Bill Clinton in 1992 and John Kerry in 2004. He has blasted the Bush-Cheney administration over the war and veterans benefits. He was the only major media person in 2005 who openly said that the Katrina victims were ignored for days because they were poor and black.

The smug, self-righteous hypocrites here might want to do a little research first. Or do you really feel that one stupid comment deserve the death penalty?

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Suzi, Auburn, IN — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:29:19 GMT

If these political candidates want me to hear them, they'd better go on IMUS -- cause that's the only show I'm watching in the morning. Thank God he's back.

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Carl, San Francisco — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:31:33 GMT

It's very disturbing that people are "monitoring" talk radio. Does this not sound like Big Brother to anyone else? Who are these people who tell us what is acceptable or offensive?

People should be able to listen to what they want. Turn it off if you are offended and move.

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Gary. LV, Nevada — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 01:01:29 GMT

Does either Huckabee or Romney believe in evolution? That's the question that interviewers and opponents somehow fail to ask.

Roy Niles

Huckabee no, Romney yes. It was asked on a CNN or MSNBC debate. Three GOP candidates didn't believe in evolution, Huckabee, and two others Romney, Rudy and McCain answered they did, I don't recall the others.

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Kent, Iowa City, IA — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 01:08:57 GMT

I hope all the people who were so outraged about Don Imus were out protesting Isiah Thomas keeping his job with the New York Knicks. His argument that it's ok for him as a black man to call a black woman a (female dog) because that's acceptable in his "culture" is ludicrous. Of course, that story wasn't as much fun as bashing a white man for making a comment that while obviously inappropriate, was not as bad as Isiah's. Guess Jesse and Al took that week off from the civil rights' trail.

Brian, Norfolk, VA

Brian,

I'm not outraged that Imus is back on radio, I hope he does well. I just think for a Democratic candidate, especially one that moved to Iowa (Dodd) until the caucus shows real bad judgment going on Imus. But Dodd announced on Imus and Richardson and Imus go back because of Imus' ranch. Just because it isn't politically smart for a candidate for President to go on Imus, doesn't mean Imus shouldn't be given a second chance.

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Ian Repley — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 03:11:02 GMT

I like Mike ( http://snipr.com/leaderlook ) cuz Mike likes FairTax ( http://snipr.com/fthuckabeeonirs ).

Get'cher hand out of my paycheck, Mr. Legislator!

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Len Lippman, Green River, WY — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 03:43:20 GMT

As a liberal jewish guy my answer to Imus is Hell Yes we can go to heaven. As for Huckabee, I like the guy, and it's going to a tough choice between him & McCain. As for my christian brothers, it's time to forgive Imus..the lovable jerk apologized.

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walter rand — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 08:04:02 GMT

The time has come to abandon the current system of having two individuals, designated as a President and Vice-President, to be the principal executives of the Executive Branch of our government. Instead, our Executive Branch of the government should be a committee of approximately 5 to 7 persons, preferably chosen on the basis of their proven talents and accomplishments in a variety of fields to act in concert to run the Executive Branch. Such a system has proven higly successful in a country such as Switzerland, as an example of government efficiency and effectiveness; it is time for the U.S. to try such a system. The members of such a council would not be chosen on the basis of what political party they may belong to, but what they have accomplished to qualify for being chosen for the council. Thus, persons from a wide diversity of fields would be qualified to be elected to the council. The chairmanship of the council would be rotated periodically so each council member would have a turn as chairman, and the people of the U.S. would be more fairly represented than under our present system. The council members would serve a term on a rotating basis, so that only two or three would be up for re-election at any given time when their term was over, thus keeping a continuity of the council when a change is made. In this way, a list of candidates would be compiled and offered to the electorate to choose from which is far superior than our present system of having political parties nominate their candidate for President in the frenetic atmosphere of showmanship called the political party's nominating convention. The process of having political parties choose who will lead our government will then become a thing of the past, and a new system of choosing our leadership will be instituted. Let's give it a try, we have nothing to lose.

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Carrie, Eastern Iowa — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 14:32:05 GMT

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Carrie, Eastern Iowa — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 14:35:01 GMT

Where did you get your law degree? I suggest you ask for a refund! You cite no legal authority for your claim, because it's in your mind, not in the constitutions or statutes.

This action in California will pass if Hillary is the nominee. The steam will run out if anyone else wins the nomination.
maggie SF, CA (Sent Tuesday, December 04, 2007 3:02 PM)

Oh, Maggie Maggie. Where did you get YOUR law degree?

"Each State shall appoint, in such Manner as the Legislature thereof may direct, a Number of Electors, equal to the whole Number of Senators and Representatives to which the State may be entitled in the Congress: but no Senator or Representative, or Person holding an Office of Trust or Profit under the United States, shall be appointed an Elector."

--U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 1, Clause 2.

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David Katzin, Garner, NC — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 18:11:53 GMT

The most lasting legacy of any president is his nominees to the Supreme Court. At this time, ideology and religious belief of the President will be an important factor in determining what the Court will be over the next two or three decades. Think long and hard about what you want to happen to your personal freedoms of choice.

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Left here Right there — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 19:20:59 GMT

Carrie, Eastern Iowa "Unfortunately, a great number of Americans don't understand that a narrow majority with the opposing party in the White House doesn't mean a whole lot when it comes to passing legislation."

Carrie it sure didn't seem to bother the Republican Congress when it was a majority back when Clinton was President. This current Congress sucks you can make as many excuses as you want but it still doesn't change the fact that they are the worst ever. They are not getting the job done.

Also, I agree with the many posts asking where you got your law degree it seems so above someone with your limited view on things. You are probably one of those blind Hillary (can do know wrong despite the facts and double talk) Clinton supporters.

I like Huckabee and I like Obama either one of them would provide a welcome change in Washington for those of us who are tired of idiot presidents and a congress who can do nothing. Hell the Iraqi government has done more that our Congress and they're getting shot at everyday. Carrie it's ignorant Democrat and Republican voters like you that keep these morons in power so they can do everything but listen to the will of the people.

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Tim, AZ — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 19:28:04 GMT

Walter Rand, very neat idea and well thought out but I would have to disagree with a country as large as the US. The Swiss are small in comparison to us. That and it really scares me with what rules would you place on who is qualified for a counsel. Now you have to be a natural US Cit and be of 35 years of age. I think that is it. And the rotating head? That scares me as well as it seems no stability in where the buck stops. I don't want to be a nay sayer for something new and agree that there are ways to update how we elect the exe and leg. Some ideas might include more campian fin reform, make it easier for third and fourth party systems to run, term limits on congress, maybe require half of the cabinet be part of the congress (borrowing from the parliment system a little), encourge the states to do what CO is doing and allow the electorates to be split for pres. I do like the idea that we are a republic of states and not just one big electrote and the idea that the states have the freedom to elect how they will. This is a good discussion, maybe not for this thread but good nonetheless.

For this thread I will say I love Imus, Obama, Huck, Clinton and Bush, LOL.

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Kent, Iowa City, IA — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 20:52:13 GMT

Kent

I am not only a U of I grad, I have lived in Iowa City and the surrounding area for over 25 years.

And incidentally, I did not defend Imus. Pay better attention, you reveal your own ignorance when you make assumptions about what people mean from what they do not say.

And incidentally part two, I don't "slam" Obama. I point out that he is not the second coming of Christ and that he makes mistakes like everyone else. Basically I say he is not perfect. And THAT is a slam? How very typical.

Carrie, Eastern Iowa

Carrie if you don't slam Obama every chance you get then I'd love to see what you consider to be slamming him. You support Clinton no matter what, even if you criticized another candidate for the same thing a day earlier. As "Left here Right there" noted you are a blind Clinton supporter. You will defend other candidates that you don't see as a threat to Clinton. You claim to be undecided, but it's clear that you think Clinton is God like.

I don't agree with him that you are ignorant, but I do think you are so blind when it comes to Hillary, that you don't even realize it. It is the only explanation I have for your claim that you don't slam Obama at every opportunity. If your loyalty and devotion to Hillary is not so strong that you are blinded by it, then you know you slam Obama at every opportunity, and were not truthful in your denial.

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Kira, Utah — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 21:43:43 GMT

Roy, when asked at a debate who believed in evolution, Huckabee said no, Romney said yes (as well as creation. Here was Romney's answer:

“I believe that God designed the universe and created the universe,” Mr. Romney said in an interview this week. “And I believe evolution is most likely the process he used to create the human body.”
He was asked: Is that intelligent design?
“I’m not exactly sure what is meant by intelligent design,” he said. “But I believe God is intelligent and I believe he designed the creation. And I believe he used the process of evolution to create the human body.”

Hope that answers your question.

By the way, for those of you who don't think Romney will be independant of his church, this is an example of him thinking for himself. Many LDS people (probably most, but there aren't statistics on this) believe stictly in the creation as described in Genesis. Just FYI.

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D. Sidney Ross — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 02:50:12 GMT

Sen. Huckabee has the slavery-abortion analogy backwards. To deny a woman access to abortion is the same as making her into a slave.

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Frank, University of Rhode Island — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 03:32:55 GMT

I love how Huck denies evolution. It tells me he has a brain to think on his own and doesn't simply accept everything that he is told. Evolution isn't a "basic" science. It's a proposed theory that has to change every time evidence is found against it. Take it from a college student in a doctorate program. I look up to people who refuse to blindly accept something they were told was true. This guy isn't an old-fashioned ignoramus. He's a thinker.

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Jennifer Kennedy, Edmonton, Alberta CANADA — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 02:41:32 GMT

Anyone can see (and in this case a Canadian - which by the way - we do poke our heads outside our Igloo's every once in a while ;) that a united front makes for a stronger nation - and Huckabee has the right attitude - America its time you took care of your own - and be an example to other nations. The era of finger pointing to gain campaign political brownie points are over...Huckabee is refreshing for sure.

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Synthesist, Asheville, NC — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 21:45:29 GMT

Both Huckabee and Romney are posers and totally untrustful agenda flip-flops! Puppets of the system... being used solely in attempt to defeat the only candidate who actually tells the truth - Ron Paul! And doesn't use his Christianity as a tool to manipulate, judge, or restrain others. It's all about freedom people - freedom to believe or not to believe, without bias! Liberty is for everyone, but we are losing it fast because of money loving politicians like these and the rest of the lot. Ron Paul is the only man running that WILL, without compromise, restore America to once again become the "Land of the Free". This is our last chance! Christians would be best to pray earnestly and beware of false prophets, and wolves in sheep's clothing! Thoroughly do your research and examine their lives and records, before you unintentionally vote this country into irreversible oblivion!!!