I Like Marco Rubio For Prez But I Am A Democrat. Any Thoughts???

2015-10-11T10:07:13-04:00

http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/marco-rubio-may-be-on-the-rise-but-can-he-go-the-distance/ar-AAfjPrz?ocid=spartandhp

Marco Rubio may be on the rise, but can he go the distance?

After watching Marco Rubio deliver his uplifting stump speech at a retirement community here the other night, Howard Dickerson, 80, turned to his wife, Alice, and said, “He’s the one.”

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 11 at 2015 10:10 AM

2015-10-11T10:10:36-04:00

Sure! Is definitely not too late to become a Republican.

Response by Sgt Tom Cunnally made Oct 11 at 2015 10:11 AM

2015-10-11T10:11:26-04:00

Well Mr Dickerson 80 my have a point "He's the one"....... but does he have staying power?? I am not too sure.. And I also predicted Trump would crash and burn a few weeks ago So my track record is not that great..

Response by SPC Elijah J. Henry, MBA made Oct 11 at 2015 10:11 AM

2015-10-11T10:11:39-04:00

What do you like about him?

I try not to limit myself to one party when I evaluate candidates. Admittedly, some candidates take about one second of evaluation before discarding them as options.

Response by Sgt Kelli Mays made Oct 11 at 2015 11:48 AM

2015-10-11T11:48:08-04:00

I like Marco Rubio too....and just because your a democrat, do you have to vote democrat? I always vote for who I believe will be the best for the job.

Response by SMSgt Tony Barnes made Oct 11 at 2015 11:49 AM

2015-10-11T11:49:15-04:00

I always wonder how any veteran would be a Democrat.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Oct 11 at 2015 11:57 AM

2015-10-11T11:57:36-04:00

I registered as a Democrat more than fifty years ago just to piss off my father, a life long Republican. Thereafter, whenever I moved to a new locale (which was often), I registered as either a Democrat or a Republican, whichever was the dominant party. Why? Simply, I wanted to vote in the election that mattered. If the people of that district were going to elect the Democrat, I wanted to vote in their primary where the Democratic candidate was selected. Same for those districts that were predominantly Republican. However, in either case, I voted for whomever I perceived to be the best candidate in the general election.

That being said, my political ideology has never changed in all those years. I am a "liberal" in that I love individual liberty. I am a "conservative" in that I wish to conserve the liberties that are my natural right, the ones that the government wasn't supposed to infringe upon (but seems determined to).

These days, there are establishments in both parties that fail to reflect the priorities of those who profess allegiance to them. Both establishments are progressive in that they are reinterpreting the Constitution to fit their agenda. The Democratic establishment is more progressive than the Republican one. The general membership of both parties seem oblivious to this fact and vote slavishly for the chosen candidates, while the independents step in to decide elections.

And that's how it is in America these days...

Response by SSG Warren Swan made Oct 11 at 2015 12:24 PM

2015-10-11T12:24:09-04:00

You vote who you think best represents your beliefs brother. I'd caution against getting attached to any candidate this early in the game. Walker was supposed to be some "rising anti-establishment" star, and he came down hard. At this point, everyone's listening to everyone else, and repeating the same message over and over, and not really giving any concrete solutions. Next year, that's going to have to change. Either bring your A game, or take your B game to the bench. There are still too many candidates out there and the field needs to thin. But Hillary needs to figure out is she hurting the dems rather than helping with her issues and last name, the repubs need to find out the same with Trump, Huckabee, Jindal, and possibly Bush. And Biden's still a dark horse for the Dems keeping his decision close to the vest.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 11 at 2015 12:50 PM

2015-10-11T12:50:25-04:00

I am curious; if you're the type of person who likes Marco Rubio, how are able to maintain a comfortable affiliation as a Democrat? Rubio has a pretty Conservative platform overall, and the types of people he'd attract from the Democratic Party are probably not happy with traditional Democratic platforms. Why not switch? What keeps you in the Democratic Party if Rubio is the kind of person you like?

For the record I'm not asking on an accusatory way; I'm genuinely curious. I used to be a Republican until I realized one day that I was only "hanging on" for a couple of reasons, and that on most things my perspective had shifted to the point where I felt more comfortable among the Democratic Party.

It's easy to change affiliation and if you're not comfortable, support a cause that won't make you feel like you have to compromise yourself.

Response by SSG Robert Spina made Oct 11 at 2015 1:00 PM

2015-10-11T13:00:25-04:00

I ALSO LIKE RUBIO PUT YOUR COUNTRY BEFORE YOUR PARTY AND VOTE FOR WHO YOU BELIEVE WILL DO THE BEST JOB FOR THE COUNTRY

Response by TSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 11 at 2015 1:07 PM

2015-10-11T13:07:47-04:00

Just because you are "registered" with one political party or the other, you are still free to vote for the candidate of your choice. If you want to vote for Sen. Rubio, by all means do so.

Response by PO3 Steven Sherrill made Oct 11 at 2015 1:09 PM

2015-10-11T13:09:18-04:00

You are an American. Support the candidate that you feel is most qualified.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 11 at 2015 1:14 PM

2015-10-11T13:14:15-04:00

Vote for the person and vote your conscience. NEVER vote for the platform. That's as flimsy and as non-directional as a paper airplane. In his famous farewell address, President George Washington foresaw the negative challenges a two-party political system would bring to bear on the country, saying, without reservation, that it would be our downfall. While I was earning my degree in Political Science, I made my decision about whether or not he was right or wrong. It should be obvious to any intelligent American, especially today.

Response by Sgt Tom Cunnally made Oct 11 at 2015 1:14 PM

2015-10-11T13:14:46-04:00

"You are NOT a Democrat !!!...You are a Marine ..Do I make myself clear??"

Response by SGT Lou Meza made Oct 11 at 2015 7:17 PM

2015-10-11T19:17:30-04:00

Vote your conscience ! I wouldn't get caught up on this Rep. or Dem. thing . I've heard of people voting for a particular side even if they knew it was not in their best interest just because they were either Dem or Rep . You should vote for the candidate that you agree with most .

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 12 at 2015 8:15 AM

2015-10-12T08:15:55-04:00

?? what is the problem?? go ahead and vote for the candidate that most match your ideas.

Response by LTC Kevin B. made Oct 12 at 2015 9:38 AM

2015-10-12T09:38:47-04:00

Hmmmm....a charismatic, young, minority, first-term Senator with great public speaking skills? No wonder he has been called Rubiobama. He's not my choice. I'd prefer someone who isn't tainted by big money.

Response by Sgt Tom Cunnally made Feb 13 at 2016 7:21 AM

2016-02-13T07:21:33-05:00

Marco Rubio's campaign is on the line tonight after his disastrous performance at the last Republican Debate when Christy handed him his head on a platter. He may never recover from that episode that reminds me of others who really screwed up in the presidential campaign debates. Dan Quayle got destroyed in a debate and never recovered as well as Michael Dukakis, and Jimmy Carter.