I'm not trying to make this a popularity contest Derek, I only wanted to see if you considered your call in to be good political strategy. By your "grow a pair" comment I assume that you do.
I agree that you will win over a small percentage of new RP support by aggressively lashing out against neocon jerks like the host of this talk show, but I don't think it's logical that this approach will win more supporters than calm, rational debate will. Most people won't hear the facts that you present because they will be focused on the sensationalism of your rage. Most people are somewhat timid and averse to aggression and they will be inclined to avoid people or movements that seem too radical. It seems logical to me that while you pick up a handful of like-minded people, you're turning off the larger number of more moderate citizens. In elections you need the largest following to win. This looks like a classic case of winning the battle but losing the war.
I don't doubt that you're a brave man so I'll ask you to do something that requires a lot more bravery than being argumentative with a talk show host; examine your methods as dispassionately as you can and try to determine if you're really promoting Dr. Paul in the best way possible.
Have you seen the video of Dr. Paul taking on the fools on the Morton Downey show in the 80's when he was the Libertarian candidate? Dr. Paul is obviously angry and defiant on that show, and at one point he even insulted a chubby dude to make his point. Contrast that to the strategy that Dr. Paul uses today. He remains calm and respectful even while pundits and opponents hurl insults and lies at him. Does Dr. Paul need to "grow a pair"? I ask that you consider the change RP has made in his approach to spreading his message. I believe Dr. Paul realized that to be electable he needed to tone down his anger and frustration, and appeal to more rational, mainstream Americans by using a softer, more diplomatic approach.
I have to admit that I have a bad temper at times. I can get very worked up and when I listen to your comments on that show I see myself in your actions. After following politics for 30 years I have more than my share of pent up resentment. I'm desperate to get Dr. Paul elected, and in fact I don't know how I'll feel if he looses. Tears are rolling down my cheeks as I type this just at the thought of a loss. I know that this movement won't be finished if RP loses, but such a brave man and a hero as Dr. Paul deserves this election and the world will experience much less murder and torture and poverty if he gets elected. I'm a person who is ready to fight, but I choose to temper my emotions and focus on a strategy that is most likely to win this election for RP and all Americans.
All I ask is that you consider what I'm saying. All I want is Ron Paul in the White House. I would give anything to see that. You're obviously a valuable asset to this campaign, but I believe you could use your passion in a better way by controlling your emotions more. I don't mean to insult your efforts but I have to speak my mind, which I'm sure you can appreciate.
] and don't scream at the host. And if you do, be clear with your point.....but do call. This is where the rubber hits the road, take some time to call talk radio, please.
